Description
Sticky Orange Beef is a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite. This recipe features tender strips of beef coated in a zesty orange sauce, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights while still impressing your guests with its vibrant taste. Whether you enjoy it over rice or noodles, Sticky Orange Beef is a quick and customizable option that ensures everyone can savor its deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak (or chicken breast)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- ¼ cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Optional: honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, zest, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger to create the sauce.
- Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the beef for about 5 minutes.
- Return the beef to the skillet, add the sauce, and simmer. Gradually stir in the cornstarch slurry until thickened (about 3–5 minutes).
- Garnish with optional green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate the beef in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This recipe is versatile; substitute beef with chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option. Serve with steamed vegetables or over your choice of rice or noodles.