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Quick and Easy Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef – A Healthy Weeknight Dinner First Image

Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef


  • Author: Helen Bittner
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A quick, healthy, and delicious dish featuring tender beef and crisp vegetables coated in a savory garlic-ginger sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean flank steak (trimmed of fat, thinly sliced)
  • 4 cups baby bok choy (chopped, stems and leaves separated)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, +1 point)
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional, for heat)
  • Cooking spray
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, hoisin sauce (if using), and sriracha. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  5. Re-spray the skillet and add bok choy stems and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add bok choy leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
  6. Return beef to the skillet and pour in the sauce, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  7. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over cauliflower rice (0 points) or brown rice (track points).

Notes

  • This dish is great for customization; feel free to swap out beef for chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • For a vegetarian or vegan version, use tofu or tempeh.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha for heat or more hoisin sauce for sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Bok Choy, Stir-Fry, Beef, Healthy, Quick