Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy in Garlic-Ginger Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy in Garlic-Ginger Sauce, a quick and wholesome dish that brings together tender beef and crisp bok choy in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special occasions, this stir-fry can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The harmonious blend of garlic and ginger elevates the dish, making it not only delicious but also nutritious. Serve it over rice, incorporate it into lettuce wraps, or toss it with noodles for a versatile meal option your family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef tenderloin or shoulder, thinly sliced
- 4 cups bok choy, chopped (white stems and green leaves separated)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with cornstarch. Add soy sauce and mix well. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the marinated beef to the pan in a single layer and sear for about 2–3 minutes without stirring until browned. Flip to cook through, then set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bok choy stems first and stir-fry for about 2 minutes; then add bok choy leaves until wilted.
- Return the cooked beef to the pan with bok choy. Toss together for another minute to heat through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg