Mild Thai Beef with a Tangerine Sauce

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 3
Mild Thai Beef with a Tangerine Sauce recipe for dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package dry Chinese noodles
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 teaspoon tangerine zest
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 pound flank beef steak , cut diagonally into 2 inch strips
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 small butternut squash - peeled , seeded , and thinly sliced
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large red onion , cut into 2 inch strips
3 cups cabbage , thinly sliced
1 tangerine , sectioned and seeded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
483
Sugar
16g
Fat
21g
This recipe is a flavorful and vibrant take on the classic stir-fry dish. Mildly-spiced beef is paired with vibrant vegetables, including butternut squash, mushrooms, onions, and cabbage, and then finished off with a bright citrus twist from tangerines. The beef's protein content, combined with the nutritious and fiber-rich vegetables, makes for a filling, well-rounded meal. The dish is a great alternative for those who are tired of mundane dinner options and want to spice things up in the kitchen.

Instructions

1.Cook the Chinese noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, dry sherry, tangerine zest, and ground ginger.
3.Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4.Add the remaining 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil to the skillet and add the butternut squash slices. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, then add the mushrooms, red onion strips, and sliced cabbage. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are just tender.
5.Return the beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the hoisin sauce mixture over the top and stir to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
6.Serve the beef and vegetable mixture over the cooked Chinese noodles, and top with the tangerine sections.

PROS

This flavorful dish is a balance of sweet and savory, and the tangerine adds a unique twist.

The recipe includes a variety of vegetables which makes it a well-rounded meal choice.

CONS

With all the ingredients and steps, this recipe can be time-consuming to prepare.

The Chinese noodles and hoisin sauce may be difficult to find in some grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein and is low in saturated fat.
The butternut squash and cabbage provide fiber and important vitamins, like vitamin C.
Tangerines are high in vitamin C and have been linked to lower inflammation and improved digestive health.

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