Sticky Orange Beef

A quick and delicious meal featuring zesty orange flavors and a sweet sticky glaze that will make your taste buds sing.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the sauce

1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking the beef.
1 orange orange, juiced and zested Gives the dish its citrusy flavor.
1/4 cup soy sauce Adds saltiness and umami.
1/4 cup brown sugar For sweetness and a sticky glaze.
2 cloves garlic, minced Adds depth of flavor.
1 teaspoon ginger, minced Enhances flavor with warmth.
1 tablespoon cornstarch Used to thicken the sauce.
1/4 cup water To create a cornstarch slurry.

Main ingredients

1 pound beef (flank steak or sirloin), cut into strips The main protein for this dish.
Cooked rice or noodles Cooked rice or noodles, for serving For serving, enhances the meal.
to taste Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional) Adds color and flavor to the presentation.

Method

Preparation

In a bowl, mix the orange juice, zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.

Cooking

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook until browned.
Pour the orange sauce over the beef.
Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add to the skillet to thicken the sauce.
Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce coats the beef.

Serving

Serve over cooked rice or noodles and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

For extra tenderness, let the beef marinate in the orange sauce for a bit before cooking. You can swap out beef for chicken or tofu for a different protein kick. For a spicier twist, add a dash of red pepper flakes to the sauce.