Stir-Fried Beef with Vegetables

Ingredients and Weight:

• Flank steak: 1 pound
• Broccoli florets: 1 pound
• Carrots, sliced: 1 pound
• Celery, sliced: 1 pound
• Onion, sliced: 1 pound
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced: 2 cloves
• Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
• Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the flank steak into thin slices against the grain.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the steak, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Remove the broccoli florets with a slotted spoon and set aside.
4. In a large skillet or wok, heat a little vegetable oil over high heat. Add the carrots, celery, and onion and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until they are slightly softened.
5. Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1 cup Calories: 300 Fat: 15g Carbohydrates: 30g Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy beef
• Crisp and colorful vegetables
• Savory and slightly sweet sauce
• Authentic Chinese flavors

User Comments:

• "This stir-fry was so easy to make and tasted amazing! The beef was perfectly tender and the vegetables were still crisp."
• "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar created a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and sour."
• "This is the best stir-fry I've ever had! The beef was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were so fresh and flavorful."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a tender cut of beef, such as flank steak or top sirloin.
• Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes to tenderize it and enhance the flavor.
• Stir-fry the beef over high heat to get a good sear and cook it quickly.
• Add the vegetables to the skillet in stages, starting with the ones that take longer to cook.