Oriental Beef and Pea Pods

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 4
Delectable Oriental Beef and Pea Pods recipe for an Asian-inspired dinner
in Beef

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small head cauliflower
1 medium green pepper
1 lb steak , cut into paper-thin slices ( Tenderloin Tip or Round steak )
1 clove garlic , minced
1 medium onion , chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce ( imported if avail )
1 package frozen pea pods
2 cups water
1/4 cup cornstarch
4 teaspoons instant beef bouillon
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 cups rice , Hot Cooked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
545
Sugar
7g
Fat
32g
Oriental Beef and Pea Pods is an Asian-inspired dish comprising of stir-fried steak, pea pods, cauliflower, green peppers and onion in a savory soy sauce mixture. These ingredients are beautifully blended together to provide a rich texture and taste. This simple recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and allows for flexibility in terms of vegetables which can be added as per the consumer's preference. Being a relatively light and nutritious meal, it's a return ticket to the balance lifestyle, making it a perfect weekday choice for a home-cooked meal.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat.
2.Add thinly sliced beef and stir-fry until browned, then remove the beef from the pan.
3.Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, then add chopped onion and minced garlic. Stir-fry for a couple of minutes until fragrant.
4.Add sliced green pepper and stir-fry for a couple of minutes until slightly tender.
5.Add the cauliflower florets and pea pods to the pan, then stir-fry for a few more minutes until slightly browned.
6.In a separate bowl, mix together cornstarch, soy sauce, beef bouillon, and sugar with 2 cups of water. Then add the mixture to the pan and stir until thickened.
7.Add the browned beef back into the pan and stir-fry for a couple more minutes until heated through.
8.Serve the Oriental Beef and Pea Pods over hot cooked rice.

PROS

This dish is packed with protein and veggies.
It’s a great way to get a well-rounded meal in for dinner.

The stir-fry method locks in the nutrients and flavor of the dish.

CONS

This dish requires a fair amount of prep work including slicing and chopping vegetables and meat.
It also requires constant attention and movement while stir-frying to keep the veggies from becoming too soggy.

If not made properly stir-fry dishes can end up being quite oily.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vegetables in this dish are high in fiber and an excellent source of nutrients including vitamins A and C. Beef is an excellent source of protein, iron and zinc, necessary for overall health.
This recipe uses no preservatives, and the simple ingredients yield a healthy outcome.

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