Sweet and Sour Beef Cubes with Baby Carrots
Transform your dinner table with this vibrant Sweet and Sour Beef Cubes with Baby Carrots recipe, a delightful blend of tender, seared beef and naturally sweet baby carrots coated in a luscious, tangy sauce. Featuring a perfectly balanced mix of pineapple juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and ketchup, this dish delivers that crave-worthy sweet and sour flavor profile in every bite. The beef is lightly dusted with cornstarch for a golden, crispy exterior, while the sauce is thickened to perfection for a glossy finish. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of color and freshness, this quick-to-make recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this dish is a must-try for fans of bold, Asian-inspired flavors.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef sirloin, cubed
- 300 grams Baby carrots
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Season the beef cubes with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cornstarch over the cubes and toss to coat evenly.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set it aside on a plate.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 4
Add the baby carrots to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften slightly.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, and 0.5 cup of water to make the sweet and sour sauce.
Step 6
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the carrots. Bring it to a simmer and let it cook for 3 minutes.
Step 7
Dissolve 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the simmering sauce to thicken it.
Step 8
Return the seared beef cubes to the skillet and toss them in the thickened sauce until well coated. Allow everything to simmer together for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Step 10
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1394.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1819.9 |
| Total Fat 95.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.5g | |
| Cholesterol 381mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4575.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 74.3g | |
| Protein 121.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35IU | 0% |
| Calcium 263.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3029.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories