Asian Beef Stir-Fry

Here we are, in the thick of winter! The heavy, cold-weather recipes have been on rotation for many of us as we’ve made our way through another holiday season and the start of a new year. Crockpots, casseroles, and soups are staples of the frosty months. Even for those of us who love this chilly time of year, it’s easy to start thinking about spring around the corner and brightening up some of our recipes on the weekly menu!

Although I love stir-fry recipes, I sometimes forget to make them on a regular basis. They are versatile, tasty, and especially good when you have a chance to chop up the ingredients a night in advance when you know the next day is going to be nuts. This Asian Beef Stir-Fry is the perfect weeknight meal to keep your family satisfied. I think we could all use a little boost of essential nutrients for our energy levels and immune systems and believe it or not, high-quality lean beef can do just that!

This post is sponsored by the Washington State Beef Commission.

The nutrients in beef work together to keep our bodies strong, energized, and resilient. Paired with lots of veggies in this Asian Stir-Fry, that makes it a perfect recipe to keep us moms going as we tackle everything our families have going on. Here are the top ten essential nutrients found in just three ounces (on average) of high quality, lean beef:

Vitamins B6 and B12 help your body turn food into the energy it needs to perform at its best.
Choline supports mood, memory, and overall brain health.
Iron helps get oxygen to your muscles and is essential for energy production.
Niacin helps your body turn food into the energy it needs to keep going.
Phosphorus supports bone health.
Protein helps your body build and maintain muscle.
Riboflavin is vital in helping your body turn food into fuel.
Zinc and Selenium help support a robust immune system.

This Asian Beef Stir-Fry recipe is also packed with 64% of your daily protein intake. Why does that matter? Protein can help you maintain a healthy weight, feel fuller which cuts down on overeating, helps prevent reductions in muscle mass, and aides in muscle repair and recovery. So, as you’re looking for some healthy, simple, and delicious new recipes to whip up this winter, consider adding this beefy stir-fry to your menu!

Asian Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

1 beef Top Sirloin Steak Boneless ( about 1 pound), cut 1 inch thick
4 cups assorted fresh vegetables, such as sugar snap peas, broccoli florets, bell pepper and carrot strips
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup prepared stir-fry sauce
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 cups hot cooked rice

Directions:

1. Cut beef Steak lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4-inch thick strips.

2. Combine vegetables and 3 tablespoons water in large nonstick skillet. Cover and cook over medium-high heat 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove and drain.

3. Heat same pan over medium-high heat until hot. Add half of beef and half of garlic; stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes or until internal temperature of 145°F for medium rare as measured by a meat thermometer. Remove. Repeat with remaining beef and garlic.

4. Return all beef and vegetables to pan. Add stir-fry sauce and crushed red pepper; heat through. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with peanuts, if desired.