Vegetarian Beef Stir-Fry with Onions

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and delicious Vegetarian Beef Stir-Fry with Onions, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! This vibrant dish brings together tender plant-based beef strips, crisp bell peppers, and sweet caramelized onions, all coated in a savory, umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy days without sacrificing flavor. Served over steamed rice or noodles, it’s a satisfying and wholesome meal that’s entirely meat-free yet bursting with bold, hearty flavors. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to enjoy a healthier take on traditional stir-fry!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams plant-based beef strips
• 1 medium onion
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: peel and slice the onion into thin strips. Seed and slice the bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic cloves, and grate the ginger.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and vegetable broth until smooth. Set the sauce aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion slices and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the red and yellow bell pepper slices to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes until the peppers start to soften.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high and add the plant-based beef strips to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the strips are browned and heated through.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce over the vegetable and plant-based beef mixture in the skillet. Toss everything to coat evenly and let the sauce thicken, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Season with black pepper to taste and stir in the sliced green onions.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish.

Step 9

Garnish with sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy your Vegetarian Beef Stir-Fry with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1438.9

Total Fat 94.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3511.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 75.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282.9mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 2484.7mg	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: 59.0%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 19.9%