Sweet and Sour Beef Cubes
Bring a burst of bold, tangy flavors to your table with this Sweet and Sour Beef Cubes recipe, a delightful fusion of savory, sweet, and zesty tastes! Juicy beef sirloin cubes are coated in cornstarch for a perfectly seared crust, then tossed in a vibrant sauce made from soy sauce, white vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar. The dish comes to life with colorful chunks of pineapple, red and green bell peppers, and tender onions, creating a tantalizing combination of textures. Thickened with a quick cornstarch slurry, the sauce clings to every bite, delivering a rich, glossy finish. Ready in under 45 minutes, this one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Serve piping hot over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting meal that's sure to impress! Keywords: sweet and sour beef, beef sirloin recipe, tangy beef stir-fry, quick dinner idea, pineapple beef dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g beef sirloin
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned or fresh)
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced white onion
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for slurry)
- 1 tbsp water (for slurry)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Cut the beef sirloin into bite-sized cubes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Season the beef with salt and black pepper, then toss the cubes in 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until evenly coated.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, white vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and 1 cup of water to create the sweet and sour sauce.
Pour the sauce into the skillet with the vegetables and bring it to a simmer.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir to combine.
In another small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
Slowly stir the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Return the seared beef cubes to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the sauce. Cook for another 3 minutes until the beef is heated through.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt or sugar, if needed.
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.1 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 669 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 736 mg | 16% | |
*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.
