Apricot Beef Stir-Fry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Apricot Beef Stir-Fry
25 min.
4
708kcal

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Looking for a quick, delicious, and gluten-free meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this mouth-watering Apricot Beef Stir-Fry! This recipe combines the sweet and tangy flavors of apricot preserves with the savory taste of thinly sliced beef top sirloin steak, creating a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds.

In just 25 minutes, you can serve up this hearty main dish that's not only dairy-free but also packed with 708 calories per serving, making it a satisfying and nutritious option for any time of day. The recipe calls for simple ingredients like soy sauce, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes, which you probably already have in your pantry.

To make this dish, you'll need a bowl, a frying pan, a whisk, and a wok. The cooking process is straightforward: whisk together the apricot mixture, then stir-fry the beef and vegetables in a large skillet or wok. Finally, combine everything and cook until the sauce thickens slightly. Serve it over hot, cooked rice, and you're ready to enjoy a delectable and filling meal.

Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or just looking for a new recipe to try, this Apricot Beef Stir-Fry is sure to become a family favorite. So why wait? Grab your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy, tasty, and gluten-free dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup apricot preserves 
  • pound beef top sirloin steaks thinly sliced
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • servings rice hot cooked
  • servings rice hot cooked
  • servings rice hot cooked
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • 16 ounces savory vegetable frozen
  • 16 ounces savory vegetable frozen
  • 0.3 cup water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • wok

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir in the apricot preserves, soy sauce, garlic, salt and pepper flakes; set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry beef in oil until no longer pink; remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry vegetable blend according to package directions. Return beef to the pan. Stir apricot mixture and add to beef mixture. Cook and stir until slightly thickened.
  3. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories708kcal
Protein22.54%
Fat11.87%
Carbs65.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
115.5
Glycemic Load
81.49
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
34.446522101112%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:707.99kcal
35.4%
Fat:9.45g
14.53%
Saturated Fat:2.15g
13.45%
Carbohydrates:117.48g
39.16%
Net Carbohydrates:107.24g
39%
Sugar:13.12g
14.58%
Cholesterol:66.9mg
22.3%
Sodium:835.28mg
36.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:40.38g
80.75%
Vitamin A:11614.43IU
232.29%
Manganese:1.75mg
87.51%
Selenium:54.37µg
77.66%
Vitamin B6:1.18mg
59.07%
Vitamin B3:11.51mg
57.53%
Phosphorus:488.59mg
48.86%
Zinc:6.79mg
45.24%
Fiber:10.24g
40.95%
Vitamin C:26.31mg
31.89%
Potassium:1014.43mg
28.98%
Magnesium:114.18mg
28.55%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
27.7%
Iron:4.84mg
26.92%
Copper:0.51mg
25.43%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.44%
Folate:89.58µg
22.4%
Vitamin B5:2.08mg
20.79%
Vitamin B12:1.07µg
17.77%
Calcium:114.7mg
11.47%
Vitamin E:1.11mg
7.41%
Vitamin K:3.88µg
3.7%