Orange Beef and Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Orange Beef and Rice recipe—a perfect blend of zesty citrus and savory Asian-inspired flair. Tender slices of beef sirloin are marinated with a touch of cornstarch for a velvety texture, then seared to perfection before being coated in a luscious orange-infused sauce made from freshly squeezed juice, orange zest, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Served over fluffy steamed white rice, this dish is finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal made right at home. Ready in just 50 minutes and packed with bold flavors, this recipe combines ease and elegance, making it a must-try for family dinners or casual entertaining. Keywords: orange beef recipe, beef stir-fry, Asian-inspired dinner, orange sauce for beef, quick weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1.5 cups white rice
- 3 cups water
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp pepper
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the beef sirloin and slice it thinly against the grain into bite-sized strips.
In a medium bowl, toss the beef strips with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
Rinse the white rice under running water until the water runs clear, then combine it with 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create the sauce.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips in a single layer, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side or until browned and just cooked through. Remove the beef and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour in the sauce and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the sauce and cook for another minute until thickened.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Serve the orange beef over a bed of the steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 3232 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.6 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 137.1 g | 274% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2612 mg | 56% | |
*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.
