Sweet and Savory Honey Hoisin Beef Stir-Fry
Indulge in the delicious flavors of this Sweet and Savory Honey Hoisin Beef Stir-Fry, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. The tender stir-fry beef is marinated in a rich blend of hoisin sauce, honey, and soy sauce, creating a delectable coating that bursts with flavor. Paired with crisp bok choy and served over fluffy jasmine rice, this vibrant meal is not only easy to prepare but also nutritious. In just under 30 minutes, you can have a restaurant-quality dish ready to impress friends and family. Ideal for those who want quick, tasty meals without sacrificing quality.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bok choy
4 bunches (trimmed and sliced)
Ginger
2 thumbs (peeled and minced)
Jasmine rice
1 cup (uncooked)
Hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
Stir-fry beef
16 ounces (sliced)
Vegetable oil
2 teaspoons (for cooking)
Salt and pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Scallions
4 (thinly sliced)
Garlic
4 cloves (peeled and minced)
Soy sauce
4 tablespoons (none)
Honey
2 ounces (none)
Sesame seeds
2 tablespoons (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Start by washing and drying all the produce. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small pot.
2
Trim the ends of the bok choy, discard, then cut each head in half lengthwise and slice crosswise into strips. Set aside.
3
Thinly slice the scallions, keeping the green and white parts separate. Peel and mince enough ginger to yield 2 tablespoons, and mince the garlic cloves.
4
Once the water is boiling, add the jasmine rice. Cover the pot, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender. Once cooked, remove from heat and keep covered until ready to serve.
5
In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, half of the minced ginger, and half of the minced garlic. Add the stir-fry beef and toss well to coat. If time permits, marinate the beef in the refrigerator for up to 3 hours for maximum flavor.
6
Heat a drizzle of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef to the pan, discarding excess marinade. Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
7
In the same pan, add the white parts of the scallions, the remaining minced ginger, remaining minced garlic, and another drizzle of oil. Sauté over medium heat until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
8
Add the bok choy to the pan, tossing to combine and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Return the beef to the pan along with the reserved marinade. Allow it to bubble for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
10
To serve, divide the cooked jasmine rice among plates, top with the beef stir-fry, and garnish with the green parts of the scallions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet and Savory Honey Hoisin Beef Stir-Fry?
It is a quick and satisfying dish featuring tender beef marinated in hoisin, honey, and soy sauce, served with bok choy over jasmine rice.
How long does it take to prepare this recipe?
The entire meal can be prepared in just under 30 minutes.
What ingredients are used in the beef marinade?
The marinade consists of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and half of the minced ginger and garlic.
How much beef is required for this stir-fry?
The recipe calls for 16 ounces of sliced stir-fry beef.
How do I cook the jasmine rice?
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add 1 cup of jasmine rice, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
How should the bok choy be prepared?
Trim the ends, cut each head in half lengthwise, and then slice crosswise into strips.
Can I marinate the beef longer for more flavor?
Yes, if time permits, you can marinate the beef in the refrigerator for up to 3 hours for maximum flavor.
How much ginger is needed?
You need enough ginger to yield 2 tablespoons when minced, roughly 2 'thumbs' of ginger.
How many garlic cloves should I use?
The recipe requires 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced.
What type of oil is recommended for cooking?
Vegetable oil is recommended for drizzling in the pan for sautéing and browning the beef.
How do I prepare the scallions?
Thinly slice the scallions, keeping the white parts separate for cooking and the green parts for garnish.
How long should the beef cook in the pan?
Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until it is browned and nearly cooked through.
When do I add the bok choy to the stir-fry?
Add the bok choy after sautéing the scallion whites, remaining ginger, and remaining garlic.
How long does the bok choy take to cook?
The bok choy should be tossed and cooked until tender, which takes about 3-4 minutes.
Should I use the reserved marinade?
Yes, return the beef to the pan along with the reserved marinade to allow the sauce to thicken.
How do I know when the sauce is ready?
The sauce is ready when it has bubbled for 2-3 minutes and reached a thickened consistency.
What are the final garnishes for the dish?
The dish is garnished with the green parts of the scallions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Is this recipe suitable for busy weeknights?
Yes, it is designed as a quick meal that can be prepared in under 30 minutes without sacrificing quality.
How much hoisin sauce is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce.
How much honey is included in the sauce?
The recipe calls for 2 ounces of honey.
How much soy sauce should I measure out?
You will need 4 tablespoons of soy sauce for the marinade.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to wash and dry all produce and bring 2 cups of water to a boil for the rice.
What kind of flavor profile does this dish have?
It has a sweet and savory flavor profile thanks to the combination of honey, hoisin, and soy sauce.
Should I salt the dish?
Yes, you should season the bok choy and the final dish with salt and pepper to taste.
What is the amount of sesame seeds used?
The recipe suggests 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds for garnish.
How many bunches of bok choy are needed?
You will need 4 bunches of bok choy.
Do I need to keep the rice covered?
Yes, keep the rice covered while simmering and until it is ready to be served to keep it warm.
What part of the scallion is sautéed first?
The white parts of the scallions are sautéed first with the ginger and garlic.
How do I serve the meal?
Divide the jasmine rice among plates, top with the beef stir-fry, and add the garnishes.
Is the ginger peeled or unpeeled?
The ginger should be peeled before being minced for the recipe.