Description
This High Protein Beijing Beef Rice Bowls recipe offers a flavorful and nutritious meal featuring tender beef marinated in tangy soy and vinegar, stir-fried to perfection with a savory-sweet sauce. Paired with steamed vegetables and rice, it’s a balanced, protein-packed dish perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Marinade
- 1 lb lean beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sugar ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
Cooking
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
To Serve
- 3 cups cooked brown rice or jasmine rice
- 2 cups steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Allow the mixture to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to tenderize the meat and enhance flavor.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sugar ketchup, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey or brown sugar if using, and water. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes until it is browned and fully cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Using the same skillet, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant, releasing the flavors.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and becomes glossy.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the cooked beef to the skillet, tossing it thoroughly to coat in the sauce. Continue cooking for another minute to heat everything through evenly.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four bowls. Top each with steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables, then add a generous portion of the Beijing beef on top. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add some chili flakes or fresh chopped chilies to the sauce.
- Use lean cuts of beef to reduce fat content while maintaining tenderness.
- Brown rice can be substituted with jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- To save time, prepare the sauce and marinate the beef ahead of cooking.
- Sesame seeds and green onions add a nice textural contrast and fresh flavor as garnish.
