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Sesame Beef

Healthy Sesame Beef for Guilt-Free Weeknight Delight

A guilt-free, flavorful Sesame Beef recipe perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb Beef Flank Steak Skirt steak is a suitable substitute.
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry works if out.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch Helps tenderize and provides crispy texture.
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Swap out for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Rice Vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Adjust based on taste.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Vegetable oil is a fine alternative.
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Marinating & Cooking
  1. Slice the beef flank steak into thin strips, combine in a bowl with Shaoxing wine, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch. Mix to coat and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, additional Shaoxing wine, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and an extra teaspoon of cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef strips in a single layer; cook undisturbed for about 1 minute until browned, then flip and cook for another minute.
  4. Transfer the beef to a plate, reduce the heat to medium, and pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Return the beef to the skillet, tossing well in the sauce, and cook for another minute to absorb the flavor.
  6. Remove from heat, serve garnished with toasted sesame seeds, and enjoy over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 10mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate for 15 minutes for depth of flavor and tenderness. Slice against the grain for best texture.

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