Spicy Garlic Beef

Spicy Garlic Beef is a flavorful Chinese dish that combines tender beef slices with a fiery garlic sauce, perfect for those who love a kick in their meal. This gluten-free recipe is quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, making it an excellent choice for a satisfying supper.

Ingredients

• Beef sirloin - 250 grams, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Return the beef to the pan, toss to combine with the vegetables, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Drizzle sesame oil on top and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains garlic, known for its immune-boosting properties.

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