Low Sodium Stir-Fried Beef with Bell Peppers

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Low Sodium Stir-Fried Beef with Bell Peppers, a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Tender slices of beef sirloin are seared to perfection and paired with a vibrant trio of red, green, and yellow bell peppers for a dish that’s as colorful as it is delicious. A savory, umami-rich sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, and rice vinegar brings bold flavors without compromising heart-health. Infused with the aromatic duo of garlic and ginger, this quick and easy stir-fry comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, this dish is perfect served over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, low-sodium meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Beef sirloin (thinly sliced)
• 1 large Red bell pepper (sliced into strips)
• 1 large Green bell pepper (sliced into strips)
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper (sliced into strips)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 stalks Green onions (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water. Set the sauce aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the sliced beef and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until it is lightly browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the red, green, and yellow bell peppers to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Return the beef to the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and the beef is fully cooked.

Step 9

Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and toss again to combine.

Step 10

Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1143.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1579.6

Total Fat 93.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.2g
Cholesterol 320.2mg	0%
Sodium 1319.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 128.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162.9mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2621.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 13.7%