Sesame Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Sesame Beef Spinach and Broccoli Recipe

Overview

This Sesame Beef Spinach and Broccoli recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender beef, nutritious broccoli, and fresh spinach with aromatic sesame seeds and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Perfect for a fast weeknight meal, it’s ready in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy schedules.

Ingredients

• Beef Stew Meat: 1/2 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Broccoli: 1 head, cut into florets
• Garlic: 1 clove, minced
• Sesame Seeds: 1 tablespoon
• Canola Oil: 1/4 cup
• Dried Red Pepper Flakes: 1/4 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Spinach: 2 cups, fresh
• White Rice: For serving

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

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2. Cook Beef: Add beef stew meat to the skillet and cook until almost done according to your preferred level of doneness.

3. Add Broccoli and Red Pepper: Stir in broccoli florets and dried red pepper flakes. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes.

4. Incorporate Spinach: Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

5. Finish with Sesame Seeds: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the beef and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat.

6. Serve: Transfer the sesame beef, spinach, and broccoli mixture to a serving bowl using a slotted spoon to drain excess liquid. Serve hot over steamed white rice.

Serving Suggestions

• This dish pairs well with mandarin oranges served over cottage cheese for a refreshing contrast to the savory flavors.
• For added crunch and freshness, consider adding fresh snow peas and julienned carrots to the stir-fry.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 178.5
• Total Fat: 10.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.3g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 185.2mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 17.8g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8.3g
  • Sugars: 3.3g
• Protein: 10g

Recipe Notes

• Quick Tip: To make this dish even faster, prep your ingredients ahead of time and have everything ready to go before you start cooking.
• Variations: Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of dried red pepper flakes.
• Storage: This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Enjoy this quick and nutritious Sesame Beef Spinach and Broccoli stir-fry that’s perfect for those looking to whip up a delicious meal in no time!