Beef Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• Beef flank steak (1 pound), thinly sliced
• Broccoli florets (1 head), cut into bite-sized pieces
• Red bell pepper (1 large), thinly sliced
• Green bell pepper (1 large), thinly sliced
• Yellow onion (1 large), thinly sliced
• Carrots (4-5), peeled and thinly sliced
• Snow peas (1 pound)
• Garlic (4 cloves), minced
• Ginger (1 tablespoon), minced

Peanut Sauce:

• Peanut butter (1/2 cup)
• Hoisin sauce (1/4 cup)
• Soy sauce (1/4 cup)
• Honey (1/4 cup)
• Lime juice (1/4 cup)
• Rice vinegar (2 tablespoons)
• Water (1/4 cup)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the beef, broccoli, bell peppers, onion, carrots, snow peas, garlic, and ginger. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut sauce ingredients.
3. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat.
4. Add the beef mixture to the skillet and stir-fry until just cooked through, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the peanut sauce and stir to coat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve over rice or noodles.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory, slightly sweet, and spicy
• Tender beef and crisp-tender vegetables
• Rich and creamy peanut sauce
• Colorful and appealing presentation

User Comments:

• "This was an amazing dish! The peanut sauce was perfect, and the beef and vegetables were cooked to perfection."
• "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It was a nice blend of Asian and American cuisine."
• "This was a quick and easy dish to make, and it was a big hit with my family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet instead.
• For a spicier dish, add some chili flakes or red pepper flakes to the peanut sauce.
• Serve the stir-fry with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.