Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry Recipe

Today, I’m excited to share another stir fry recipe that is super tasty with you. It’s Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry. This meal is a mix of oranges and ginger. It’s not just yummy but it’s also quick to make. soft and super delicious. So You will see how I make my own Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry at home with simple and fast simple that anyone can try.

Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry Benefits

Flavor Explosion

The Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry is super tasty. It mixes the bright, zesty taste of fresh oranges with the cozy, slightly spicy feeling of ginger. it’s really different a little bit, the ginger taste is so weird at the beginning when you try but you will love it and this dish is worth the try.

Speed and Convenience

This dish is amazing because it’s easy and fast. You don’t need to do a lot of hard work before or wait a long time for it to cook. It’s so quick that you can have a fancy stir fry just like the ones in restaurants, right at your table, without any wait. That’s why it’s perfect for busy people who want to try the stir fry with different flavors but without spending so much time.

Versatility

You can change this Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry in many ways to make it just the way you like. If you don’t like beef, that’s okay! You can use chicken, shrimp, or tofu instead to make it different. You can also change how much ginger and orange flavor it has to fit your taste. And if you want to be healthy, add your favorite veggies to mix it up a bit. As I do on all my stir fry dishes I always add Brocolie and some corn.

Ingredients

Before we start making this Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry, let’s see what we need for it.

For the Stir Fry:

• 1 pound of thinly sliced beef (flank steak or sirloin work well)
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, minced
• 1/2 cup of fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon of orange zest
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

For Serving:

• Cooked rice or noodles of your choice, as myself I prefer it with rice.

Kitchen Equipment

• A large skillet or wok
• Tongs or a spatula for flipping and tossing
• A sharp knife for slicing and mincing
• A cutting board
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons

Recipe Directions

Now, let’s get cooking! Follow these steps to create your very own Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry:

Prepare the Marinade

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced ginger, and orange zest. Mix well and set aside.

Marinate the Beef

1. Place the thinly sliced beef in a separate bowl.
2. Pour half of the prepared marinade over the beef and toss to coat.
3. Allow the beef to marinate for at least 15 minutes. This will infuse the meat with those delightful flavors.

Heat the Skillet

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Sauté the Aromatics

1. Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion to the hot skillet.
2. Sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the onions become translucent and fragrant.

Cook the Beef

1. Using tongs or a spatula, carefully add the marinated beef to the skillet.
2. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
3. Transfer the cooked beef to a plate.

Sauté the Veggies

1. In the same skillet, add the sliced red and orange bell peppers.
2. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften but still maintain a slight crunch.

Combine and Finish

1. Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
2. Pour the remaining marinade over the mixture and stir well.
3. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients.
4. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if you desire a bit of heat.
5. Remove from heat.

Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish your Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry with fresh cilantro or green onions.
2. Serve it hot over cooked rice or noodles.

FAQ

Can I use other meats for this dish?

Yes, you can use chicken, shrimp, tofu, or any meat you like instead of beef.

I want it less spicy. Can I leave out the red pepper flakes?

Absolutely! You can skip the red pepper flakes if you don’t want it to be spicy.

Can I use bottled orange juice instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use bottled orange juice, but fresh is better if you have it. Just make sure it’s 100% pure orange juice with no added sugar.

Food and Drink Pairings

To make your meal even better with the Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry, you can serve it with rice as I do and the family also loves it, and for drinks, you can have a cold glass of Calamansi Juice with it.

Conclusion

The Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry is really worth the try in your own kitchen. It mixes flavors so well, and it’s easy to make in different ways. You’ll love it at your home, don’t forget to share it with your family and friends.

Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry

Maureen Gil

This yummy Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry! It's super easy and tastes like a mix of sweet and tasty. I use fresh oranges and ginger to make it. Super delicious and loved by my family.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine Asian

Servings 4 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound of thinly sliced beef (flank steak or sirloin work well)
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, minced
• 1/2 cup of fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon of orange zest
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

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Instructions

 

• In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced ginger, and orange zest. Mix well and set aside.
• Place the thinly sliced beef in a separate bowl.
• Pour half of the prepared marinade over the beef and toss to coat.
• Allow the beef to marinate for at least 15 minutes. This will infuse the meat with those delightful flavors.
• In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
• Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion to the hot skillet.
• Sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
• Using tongs or a spatula, carefully add the marinated beef to the skillet.
• Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
• Transfer the cooked beef to a plate.
• In the same skillet, add the sliced red and orange bell peppers.
• Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften but still maintain a slight crunch.
• Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
• Pour the remaining marinade over the mixture and stir well.
• Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients.
• Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if you desire a bit of heat.
• Remove from heat.
• Garnish your Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry with fresh cilantro or green onions.
• Serve it hot over cooked rice or noodles. I prefer all my stir fry dishes with rice.

Notes

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Nutrition Facts

Orange Ginger Beef Stir Fry

Amount per Serving

Calories

350

% Daily Value*

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.