Description
This Maple Ginger Beef recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the zing of fresh ginger. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
– 1 lb sirloin steak, sliced very thin
– 2 tablespoons plus 1 tablespoon corn starch
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon canola oil
– 1/2 cup beef broth
– 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
– 2 teaspoons minced garlic
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
– 1 pinch red pepper flakes (more if you like spice!)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of corn starch, salt, and black pepper. Toss the sliced steak in the mixture until evenly coated.
2. In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, maple syrup, garlic, ginger, 1 tablespoon of corn starch, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the steak in the skillet.
4. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the steak is cooked through.
5. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
– For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes to suit your taste.
– You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas to make it a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (~1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg