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Close-up of high protein beef stir fry in a bowl, with chopsticks lifting a tender slice of beef over snow peas, carrots, and sliced green onions in a glossy sauce. Text on image: “nestinglane.com”.

High Protein Beef Stir Fry for One in 20 Minutes

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High Protein Beef Stir Fry for One in 20 Minutes is a single-serve steak and veggie stir fry with mushrooms, snow peas, carrots, and stir-fry sauce.
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Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 1

Equipment

Large Skillet
Wooden Spoon
Serving Bowl

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the peanut oil.
  • Add the minced garlic and minced ginger to the skillet. Stir for 30 seconds.
  • Add the sliced flank steak to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until cooked through.
  • Add the mushrooms, snow peas, shredded carrots and sliced water chestnuts to the skillet.
  • Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  • Add the stir-fry sauce to the skillet. Stir until the sauce is heated through.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Stir to mix.
  • Transfer the stir fry to a serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle chopped peanuts and scallions on top, if using.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Slice the steak - Slice the flank steak across the grain into thin strips so it stays tender.
Prep the vegetables - Measure and slice everything before heating the skillet so the timing stays tight.
Control the salt - Stir-fry sauce can be salty, so start with 1 tablespoon and add more only if you want it.
Add crunch at the end - Add peanuts and scallions after plating so they stay crisp.

Storing and Reheating

Refrigerate - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat on Stovetop - Place the stir fry in a skillet with 1 to 2 tablespoons water. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring until hot.
Reheat in Microwave - Place a serving in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between rounds, until hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 359kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 1573mgPotassium: 1095mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 11286IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 4mg
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