Description
A delicious and flavorful Sweet and Sour Beef recipe that combines tender beef sirloin with vibrant vegetables and a tangy sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced beef and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir to combine. Return the beef to the skillet.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the sweet and sour beef over cooked rice.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
- Substitute the beef with chicken or tofu for a different protein option. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg