Quick Sweet and Sour Beef

Experience the ultimate fusion of tangy and savory flavors with this Quick Sweet and Sour Beef recipe, perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring tender slices of beef sirloin, vibrant bell peppers, juicy pineapple chunks, and a luscious homemade sweet and sour sauce, this dish strikes a balance that's sure to please your palate. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a whirlwind of bold tastes made with pantry staples like soy sauce, ketchup, and rice vinegar, thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry. Sautéed to perfection in a single skillet or wok, this colorful entrée pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice, making it a satisfying meal for the whole family. Whether you're craving classic Asian-inspired flavors or a quick yet impressive dinner option, this recipe delivers on all fronts.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 200 grams pineapple chunks, drained
• 1 white onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 4 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups cooked white rice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar to make the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.

Step 2

Dissolve the cornstarch in water in a separate small bowl to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

Step 4

Add the thinly sliced beef and cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

Step 6

Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then add the sliced onions, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 7

Add the pineapple chunks and cook for 1 minute to heat through.

Step 8

Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour the prepared sweet and sour sauce over the mixture.

Step 9

Stir well to coat all ingredients in the sauce and bring it to a simmer.

Step 10

Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while stirring, allowing the sauce to thicken. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the desired thickness is reached.

Step 11

Remove the skillet from heat and serve the sweet and sour beef over cooked white rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1760.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2550.5

Total Fat 77.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 446.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 156.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202.0mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 2465.5mg	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: 28.2%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 46.7%