Chinese-Style Beef with Vegetables

Name: Chinese-Style Beef with Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 5 beef steaks (I used round steak); 2 carrots; 1 zucchini; 1 spring onion; 3 garlic cloves; Ground ginger; Soy sauce; Sesame seeds; Extra virgin olive oil

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Today I am making Chinese-style beef with vegetables, loaded with carrots, zucchini, and that touch of soy sauce we love so much at home. It serves four, takes about 35 minutes from start to finish, and is wonderful served over cooked Thai jasmine rice whenever you want a heartier meal.

To make these beef strips with vegetables, I sear the meat first and use those tasty pan juices to cook the veggies in the same skillet—that is where so much of the flavor hides. Garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame seeds round out this stir-fry, making it an easy, satisfying option to switch up your weeknight dinners.

If you enjoy pairing beef with veggies, take a look at my Beef and Zucchini Meatballs and my Green Beans with Beef Meatballs to keep dinner exciting.

Prep: 15 minCook: 20 minServes: 4

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need

5 beef steaks (I used round steak)
2 carrots
1 zucchini
1 spring onion
3 garlic cloves
Ground ginger
Soy sauce
Sesame seeds
Extra virgin olive oil

Step by step

Method

1In a skillet with a splash of oil, cook the beef cut into thin strips.
2Once browned, remove the beef and set it aside.
3In the same skillet, using the meat's remaining juices, cook the vegetables to your liking.
4Add the carrots first, then the zucchini, and finally the spring onion.
5Once they soften, add the minced garlic and sauté well.
6Toss the beef back in and season with ground ginger and soy sauce to taste.
7Cook for a few minutes to let the soy sauce reduce slightly.
8Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
9Now we can dig into this delicious CHINESE-STYLE BEEF WITH VEGETABLES.

Serving suggestion

1Serve alongside cooked Thai rice for a more complete meal

Frequently asked questions

What cut of beef should I use so it stays tender?

I used round steak (babilla), but sirloin or flank steak works beautifully too. Slice the beef across the grain into thin strips and sear it quickly in batches so the pan stays hot and the meat does not overcook.

How can I make this beef and vegetable stir-fry gluten-free?

Simply swap regular soy sauce for certified gluten-free tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. Always double-check labels on your other pantry items if you are cooking for someone with celiac disease.

How long will leftovers keep in the fridge?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours of cooking, and enjoy within 3 days. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat until piping hot, without letting it cook too long so the beef stays tender.