Sticky Orange Beef: A Deliciously Sweet Delight!
Sticky Orange Beef is a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors in a quick and easy meal perfect for any occasion. Tender strips of beef (or chicken for a lighter option) are coated in a vibrant orange sauce, making this dish not only delicious but visually appealing as well. In just 30 minutes, you can create an impressive dinner that your family will love. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles, and garnish with fresh green onions and sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak (or chicken breast)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water to create a slurry.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat before adding beef strips and cooking until browned.
- Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the sauce mixture; simmer until thickened.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg