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The Best Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef Dish You’ll Ever Try Recipe

The Best Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef Dish You’ll Ever Try Recipe
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This stir-fried beef with bok choy dish is a flavorful, quick, and nutritious meal that balances tender lean flank steak with crisp baby bok choy and vibrant bell peppers. Elevated with ginger, garlic, and a tangy soy-based sauce, it’s perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Beef and Marinade

  • 1 lb lean flank steak, trimmed of fat, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (for marinating beef)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)

Vegetables

  • 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

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional, for heat)

Others

  • Cooking spray
  • Green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep the Beef & Sauce: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the cornstarch. Allow it to marinate for 5 minutes to tenderize and infuse flavor. Meanwhile, whisk together the remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, hoisin sauce (if using), and sriracha (if desired) in a separate bowl to create the stir-fry sauce.
  2. Stir-Fry the Aromatics and Beef: Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
  3. Cook the Bok Choy and Bell Pepper: Reapply a light layer of cooking spray to the skillet. Add the bok choy stems and sliced red bell pepper; stir-fry for 2 minutes until they start to soften but retain crunch. Next, add the bok choy leaves and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted to preserve their vibrant color and texture.
  4. Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over everything, stirring well to coat all ingredients evenly. Allow the mixture to simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the beef and vegetables beautifully.
  5. Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot over cauliflower rice for a low-carb option or brown rice for a heartier meal.

Notes

  • Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Marinating the beef even briefly enhances tenderness and flavor.
  • Adjust sriracha quantity to your preferred spice level.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with firm tofu or mushrooms and use vegetarian hoisin sauce.
  • Serve with cauliflower rice for a lower-calorie, grain-free meal.
  • To enhance aroma, you can add a splash of toasted sesame oil at the end of cooking.

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