Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

Name: Ginger Beef Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips; 1 cup beef broth; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 4 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons grated orange zest; 6 teaspoons canola oil, divided; 2 medium carrots, diagonally cut into thin slices; 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional; Hot cooked rice

This savory stir-fry showcases tender slices of beef, while colorful carrots add crunch. For devoted meat-and-potatoes fans, replace the rice with mashed potatoes. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Ingredients

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
4 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
6 teaspoons canola oil, divided
2 medium carrots, diagonally cut into thin slices
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Hot cooked rice

Directions

Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch, water and salt; toss with beef. In a small bowl, mix broth, soy sauce, sugar, orange zest and remaining cornstarch until smooth.
In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry half of the beef until browned, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan. Repeat with additional 2 teaspoons oil and remaining beef.
Stir-fry carrots in remaining oil 2 minutes. Add ginger, garlic and, if desired, pepper flakes; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir broth mixture and add to pan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until slightly thickened. Stir in beef; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup beef mixture: 334 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 928mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 38g protein.

Originally published as Ginger Beef Stir-Fry in 2002 Taste of Home Calendar

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LPHJKitchen

Mar 21, 2017

I loved the ginger flavor! And the hint of citrus! The only thing I changed was adding some more vegetables to the mix - some broccoli, bell peppers, etc. Quick and easy!
callmeindica19

Sep 25, 2013

Did the orange juice really work out? @Wasoongu
wasoongu

Jun 10, 2012

The stars aren't showing up for me to rate this recipe, but I give it four stars. I made a batch for my dad and husband and they ate it all -- no leftovers. I added onion, garlic, and broccoli. And crushed red pepper. I also realized at the last minute that I didn't have any oranges, so I added about 1/4 cup orange juice. I did serve with the suggested side dish (zesty sugar snap peas) and they disappeared as well.