Zesty Ginger Beef Stir-Fry
This delightful Ginger Beef Stir-Fry, inspired by a Thai classic and refined from the Australian Women's Weekly cookbook, delivers a bold ginger punch alongside tender beef and vibrant vegetables. With hints of fresh basil and a perfect blend of savory sauces, this dish is a celebration of flavor simplicity. It's easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner. Pair with basmati rice or rice noodles for a complete meal. For effortless slicing, freeze the beef for an hour prior to preparation.
4
Servings
500
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
fresh ginger
30 g (sliced thinly and into slivers)
olive oil or peanut oil
2 tablespoons (divided use)
beef rump
600 g (sliced thinly)
garlic cloves
2-3 (crushed)
snake beans
120 g (cut into 5 cm lengths)
green onions
8 (sliced thinly)
grated palm sugar
2 teaspoons (grated)
oyster sauce
2 teaspoons (none)
fish sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
soy sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
fresh Thai basil
1/2 cup (loosely packed)
Instructions
1
Peel and slice the ginger thinly. Stack the slices and slice again into fine slivers.
2
Place the beef in the freezer for an hour before slicing. This will make it easier to slice thinly.
3
Heat a wok over medium-high heat and add half of the oil. Stir-fry the beef in batches for about 2-3 minutes until browned. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
4
Add the remaining oil to the wok. Add the ginger and crushed garlic, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
5
Introduce the snake beans to the wok and stir-fry for approximately 3-4 minutes until they start to become tender yet still crisp.
6
Return the beef to the wok, adding the green onions, palm sugar, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and ensure the beef is cooked to your preference.
7
Remove the wok from heat and incorporate the fresh Thai basil, tossing the stir-fry until the basil is wilted.
8
Serve immediately with steamed basmati rice or your choice of noodles.
Nutrition Information
22.5 g
Fat
30 g
Carbs
40 g
Protein
3 g
Fiber
7.5 g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Ginger Beef Stir-Fry?
It is a Thai-inspired stir-fry featuring tender beef, fresh ginger, and vibrant vegetables like snake beans and Thai basil.
What cut of beef is recommended?
The recipe calls for 600 grams of beef rump sliced thinly.
How can I slice the beef more easily?
Place the beef in the freezer for one hour before preparation to make thin slicing effortless.
How should the ginger be prepared?
Peel and slice 30 grams of fresh ginger thinly, then stack the slices and slice again into fine slivers.
What type of oil should I use?
You can use either olive oil or peanut oil for this recipe.
How long do I stir-fry the beef?
Stir-fry the beef in batches for approximately 2-3 minutes until browned.
When do I add the garlic?
Add the 2-3 crushed garlic cloves after the beef is browned and removed from the wok, stir-frying with the ginger for 30 seconds.
What are snake beans and how are they prepared?
Snake beans are a vegetable used in this dish; prepare them by cutting 120 grams into 5 cm lengths.
How long do the snake beans need to cook?
Stir-fry the snake beans for 3-4 minutes until they are tender yet still crisp.
What sauces are used in the flavor base?
The dish uses a combination of oyster sauce, fish sauce, and soy sauce.
What type of sugar is used for sweetness?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of grated palm sugar.
When should the Thai basil be added?
Incorporate the fresh Thai basil after removing the wok from heat, tossing until wilted.
What is the best way to serve this stir-fry?
Serve it immediately with steamed basmati rice or your choice of rice noodles.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 500 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 40 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 22.5 grams per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 30 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
Each serving contains 7.5 grams of sugar.
How much fiber does this meal provide?
Each serving provides 3 grams of fiber.
How many green onions are required?
The recipe requires 8 green onions, sliced thinly.
What heat setting should I use for the wok?
Use a medium-high heat setting for the wok.
How much fish sauce is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of fish sauce.
How much soy sauce is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
How much oyster sauce is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of oyster sauce.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 11 ingredients in total for this recipe.
How much Thai basil is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of loosely packed fresh Thai basil.
What is the total amount of beef used?
The recipe uses 600 grams of beef rump.
Can I use regular basil instead of Thai basil?
While Thai basil is recommended for its specific flavor, regular basil can be used as a substitute if necessary.
Is this recipe suitable for a weeknight dinner?
Yes, it is designed to be easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.