Description
A high-protein twist on the classic Beijing beef, these rice bowls are packed with tender beef strips in a tangy-sweet sauce, served over fluffy rice and crisp veggies—perfect for a nutritious, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil (for cooking)
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or jasmine rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sliced flank steak with cornstarch and soy sauce. Toss well and let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, honey (or sugar), rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until browned and just cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the sauce mixture and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the beef to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Divide cooked rice into bowls. Top with Beijing beef, steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, and green onions.
- Garnish with sesame seeds if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use lean cuts of beef like sirloin or top round for lower fat content.
- Swap brown rice for cauliflower rice for a lower carb version.
- Add bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and color.
- Make it spicier with extra red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: high protein, Beijing beef, rice bowl, healthy meal, Asian recipe, beef stir-fry