Beef And Black Bean Stir-fry

Beef and Black Bean Stir-fry is a quick, flavorful dish that brings together tender slices of beef, hearty black beans, and a colorful array of vegetables. Stir-fried with a savory garlic and soy sauce, this meal is packed with protein and a balance of rich, umami flavors. The combination of the beef’s natural juiciness and the earthy taste of black beans makes this dish incredibly satisfying. Best of all, it comes together in minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight meal while delivering restaurant-quality taste at home. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete, nourishing dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 1 cup cooked black beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/4 cup water or beef broth
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
• Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, toss the sliced beef with cornstarch to coat. This helps create a tender texture when cooked.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, heat the remaining oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
4. Stir in the black beans and return the beef to the pan.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and water or beef broth. Pour the sauce into the skillet and toss everything together, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve the stir-fry hot over rice or noodles.

This Beef and Black Bean Stir-fry is a fast and flavorful dish that combines tender beef, hearty beans, and vibrant veggies for a meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying!