In this quick recipe, sirloin steak is stir-fried with a homemade sauce and fresh vegetables.
Served over wholegrain freekeh, it is a healthy alternative to the traditional beef stir-fry.
SERVES 4
PREP TIME 10 MINS
COOK TIME 25 MINS
Recipe Ingredients:
| 8 oz (225 g) uncooked freekeh |
| 1 tbsp light olive oil |
| 450 g beef sirloin steak, cut into strips |
| 8 oz (225 g) carrots, shredded |
| 8 oz (225 g) frozen shelled edamame |
| 6 fl oz (175 ml) low-sodium soy sauce |
| 2 fl oz (60 ml) beef stock |
| 2 fl oz (60 ml) rice vinegar |
| 1/2 tbsp cornflour, mixed with a little warm water |
| 1 tsp freshly grated root ginger |
| 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper |
| 1 handful chopped spring onions, to garnish |
Recipe Methods:
| 1 Place the freekeh and 750 ml (1 1/4 pints) of water in a large, lidded saucepan over a medium heat. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, until almost all the water has been absorbed. Remove from the heat, drain any excess water, and set aside. |
| 2 Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, lidded frying pan over a medium heat. Add the beef and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the carrots and edamame to the pan, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
| 3 Place the soy sauce, beef stock, rice vinegar, cornflour, ginger and pepper in a bowl. Whisk until well combined. Pour the liquid mixture into the pan. Then add the beef, stir well to combine and bring to the boil. Cook, stirring frequently, for a further 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from the heat. Divide the freekeh between four serving bowls and top with the stir-fry. Serve hot, garnished with spring onions. |
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per recipe)
| Fat : 53.07 g | Fibre : 42.6 g |
| Iron : 21.87 mg | Sugar : 24.78 g |
| Calcium : 506.57 mg | Sodium : 10456.82 mg |
| Potassium : 3764.91 mg | Calories: 1982.49 kcal |
| Protein : 190.74 g | Vitamin A : 37903.98 IU |
| Vitamin C : 27.5 g | Carbohydrates : 164.43 g |
| Saturated Fat : 11.16 g | Cholesterol : 274.5 mg |