Spicy Beef Stir-Fry (Cooking for 2)

Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Spicy Beef Stir-Fry (Cooking for 2)
25 min.
2
364kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a quick and delicious meal? Look no further than this Spicy Beef Stir-Fry, a perfect dish for two that brings bold flavors and vibrant colors to your table. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that is not only dairy-free but also packed with protein and essential nutrients.

This recipe features tender strips of beef flank steak, expertly stir-fried to perfection, and combined with fresh summer squash and crisp snow pea pods. The secret to its irresistible flavor lies in the zesty blend of soy sauce and Chinese chili sauce with garlic, which adds a delightful kick to every bite. The dish is finished off with a savory beef broth that enhances the overall taste, making it a truly mouthwatering experience.

Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful lunch option, this Spicy Beef Stir-Fry is sure to impress. Serve it over a bed of hot cooked rice or soba noodles for a complete meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. So grab your wok or frying pan, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • teaspoons soya sauce 
  • teaspoons chili sauce with garlic chinese
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 pound flank steak 
  • medium to 3 sized squashes yellow cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
  • 0.5 cup beef broth flavored (from 32-ounce carton)
  • cup snow peas chinese ()
  • cups soba noodles hot cooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. Mix cornstarch, soy sauce and chili sauce; set aside.
  2. Heat wok or 10-inch nonstick skillet over high heat.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon of the oil; rotate wok to coat bottom and side.
  4. Add beef; stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes or until beef is brown.
  5. Remove beef from wok.
  6. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil to wok; rotate wok.
  7. Add squash; stir-fry 1 minute.
  8. Add broth; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook about 3 minutes or until squash is tender. Stir in cornstarch mixture, pea pods and beef. Stir-fry over high heat about 2 minutes or until pea pods are crisp-tender.
  9. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein36.73%
Fat25.98%
Carbs37.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
0.75
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.513478071793%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.28kcal
18.21%
Fat:10.71g
16.48%
Saturated Fat:3.19g
19.94%
Carbohydrates:34.6g
11.53%
Net Carbohydrates:32.06g
11.66%
Sugar:4.88g
5.43%
Cholesterol:68.04mg
22.68%
Sodium:757.96mg
32.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.07g
68.14%
Vitamin C:46.86mg
56.8%
Vitamin B6:1.05mg
52.48%
Selenium:34.57µg
49.39%
Vitamin B3:9.2mg
46%
Manganese:0.77mg
38.34%
Phosphorus:339.23mg
33.92%
Zinc:4.93mg
32.88%
Potassium:845.03mg
24.14%
Vitamin K:25.09µg
23.89%
Iron:3.95mg
21.95%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.39%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.24%
Folate:74.45µg
18.61%
Vitamin B12:1.07µg
17.9%
Magnesium:67.89mg
16.97%
Vitamin B5:1.54mg
15.36%
Vitamin A:762.63IU
15.25%
Fiber:2.54g
10.15%
Copper:0.2mg
9.81%
Vitamin E:1.1mg
7.34%
Calcium:69.98mg
7%