Best Southwestern Beef Stir Fry Recipes

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BEEF AND PEPPER STIR-FRY



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Beef and pepper stir-fry, seared over super high heat, is an easy, delicious weeknight dish. Add this beef and pepper stir fry to your weeknight rotation!

Provided by Bill

Categories     Beef

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

12 ounces flank steak ((sliced into thin strips))
¼ teaspoon baking soda ((optional tenderizer))
2 teaspoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons oil
3 cloves garlic ((sliced))
8 long hot green peppers ((de-seeded and julienned into 3-inch/8cm strips))
1 long hot red pepper ((de-seeded and julienned into 3-inch/8cm strips))
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
¼ cup chicken stock ((optional))

Steps:

  • Add all the marinade ingredients to the beef in a bowl, mix well, and set aside for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  • When you're ready to cook, place a wok over high heat until it's almost smoking, then add the oil. Sear the beef until it's just browned but still a little rare. Turn off the heat while you transfer the beef to a separate bowl. Leave any oil/fat in the wok.
  • Heat the wok back up over medium-high heat and add the garlic and peppers. Stir-fry for 20 seconds, then spread the Shaoxing wine around the wok to de-glaze it.
  • Stir-fry for another 20 seconds and add the beef back to the wok along with any juices from the bowl. Add salt, sugar, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and white pepper. Turn the heat back up to high and stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes, or until the peppers turn darker.
  • If you like more sauce, add the chicken stock to further de-glaze the wok and reduce the liquid slightly. The cornstarch from the marinade will help thicken the sauce. Plate and serve immediately with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Sodium 930 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SOUTHWESTERN BEEF STRIPS



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Mexican seasoning is a blend of cumin, chili pepper, onion and garlic. It is found in the spice section of your local grocery store.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup picante sauce
2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes
Hot cooked fettuccine, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, stir-fry the beef, onion, red pepper, taco seasoning, salt and pepper in oil until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the beans, corn, picante sauce and cilantro; heat through. Serve with fettuccine if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF STIR-FRY



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"The best thing about a stir-fry is that you can substitute the vegetables you like most."

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 4-inch-long pieces, then cut against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 serrano chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (1 to 2 limes)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
6 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/4 pound snow peas or green beans
1 12-ounce can baby corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Season the steak with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, chile pepper, sugar and lime juice until the sugar is dissolved. Add the beef, toss to coat and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add the beef and cook, stirring, until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside. Allow the liquid in the pan to reduce until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and scallions and cook 1 minute more. Add the mushrooms and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more. Add the snow peas, baby corn and bell pepper and continue cooking until all the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Return the beef to the skillet and toss to combine.

QUICK BEEF STIR-FRY



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Quick and easy. I make this on my busiest weeknights.

Provided by inesgosner

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 2-inch strips
1 ½ cups fresh broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir beef until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Move beef to the side of the wok and add broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, green onion, and garlic to the center of the wok. Cook and stir vegetables for 2 minutes.
  • Stir beef into vegetables and season with soy sauce and sesame seeds. Continue to cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 2 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 526.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

FLAVORFUL BEEF STIR-FRY



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A beef stir-fry that has wonderful flavors without using a ton of spices. Fresh ginger mixes will with the soy sauce and makes a quick and easy sauce. Lots of veggies add color and crunch.

Provided by Kitchenista Jane

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups brown rice
4 cups water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons white sugar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup white wine
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 pound boneless beef round steak, cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups broccoli florets
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) package frozen pea pods, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, undrained
1 cup Chinese cabbage
2 large heads bok choy, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Bring brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, and liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Combine cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, and wine in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in ginger; toss beef in sauce to coat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir broccoli, carrots, pea pods, and onion for 1 minute. Stir in water chestnuts, Chinese cabbage, and bok choy; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef until desired degree of doneness, about 2 minutes per side for medium. Return vegetables to skillet; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.9 calories, Carbohydrate 104.6 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 11.7 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1593.6 mg, Sugar 12 g

SOUTHWEST BEEF STEW



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Add your family's favorite picante sauce to ground beef, black beans and corn, then watch how quickly they empty their bowls. This mixture freezes well, so I keep a batch on hand for quick nutritious meals. -Janet Brannan of Sidney, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup picante sauce
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, beans, picante sauce, water, cumin, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until corn is tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST STIR FRY



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A good way to get all the food groups into one meal: Meat, vegetable, dairy, and bread! Fast, heatlthy, and tasty!

Provided by Dawn399

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 envelope fajita seasoning mix (1 -1 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons cooking oil
12 ounces chicken (cut into strips)
1 medium green pepper
1 small zucchini (biased sliced)
1/2 onion, chopped
2/3 cup salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1/2 cup cooked black beans
8 flour tortillas
1/2 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend or 1/2 cup colby-monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Make marinade---------------.
  • Mix fajita mix, oil and water.
  • Add chicken to marinade.
  • Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Spray a large skillet with non stick cooking spray and heat on medium heat.
  • Add green pepper, zuchini, and onion.
  • Sautee until crisp tender.
  • Set vegetables aside.
  • Drain chicken and discard marinade.
  • Cook chicken in skillet for@ 4-5 minutes.
  • Add vegetables to skillet, and add salsa and chili powder and stir together.
  • Add corn and beans to skillet and cook for@ 1-2 more minutes or until heated through.
  • Microwave tortillas for 30 seconds to heat.
  • Cover them prior to microwaving.
  • Serve mixture on warm tortillas and top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.9, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 63.8, Sodium 718.6, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 4.6, Protein 25.5

KOREAN BEEF AND RICE



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A friend raved about Korean recipes for bulgogi-beef cooked in soy sauce and ginger-so I tried it. It's delicious! Dazzle the table with this tasty version of Korean beef and rice. -Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2-2/3 cups hot cooked brown rice
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, oil and seasonings., Stir sauce into beef; heat through. Serve with rice. Sprinkle with green onions. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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