Ginger Scallion Beef Stir-Fry (30 minute meals)

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Canola oil is healthier, while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is more economical.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Olive oil is healthier, while peanut oil is often less expensive.

Cut beef sirloin or top round into thin strips if not pre-cut.

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon rice wine, 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger, and a generous amount of fresh ground pepper; mix well.

Marinate the beef in the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes.

Prepare the scallions by cutting them into three-inch sections, slicing the white portions in half if necessary for even cooking.

Heat a wok or non-stick pan over medium high heat and add a generous amount of vegetable oil.

Add a tablespoon of oil to the marinade to coat the beef before cooking.

Add the marinated beef to the pan and stir-fry until just browned and about halfway cooked.

Add the scallions to the pan and stir-fry for another minute or two, being careful not to overcook the beef.

Add salt to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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