Mandarin Beef
Savor the bold, citrusy flavors of Mandarin Beef, a quick and easy stir-fry that brings together tender strips of marinated beef sirloin with the sweet tang of fresh mandarin orange juice. This vibrant dish is elevated with aromatic garlic, ginger, and sautéed red bell peppers, all coated in a velvety soy-based sauce with a touch of brown sugar for balance. Finished with a sprinkle of green onions and optional sesame seeds for added crunch, this 35-minute recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner that pairs beautifully with steamed rice. Bursting with flavor and packed with nutrients, Mandarin Beef is a crowd-pleaser that blends the best of savory and citrusy notes, making it a family favorite worth revisiting again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin steak
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup Mandarin orange juice (freshly squeezed or canned)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 whole red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Thinly slice the beef sirloin across the grain into bite-sized strips. Place the beef in a bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together Mandarin orange juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and sesame oil. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Sauté the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced red bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Return the beef to the skillet, then pour in the Mandarin orange sauce. Stir well and let the sauce thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
Turn off the heat and add the chopped green onions. Toss to combine.
Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 514 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 664 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
