Vegetarian Stir-Fried Beef with Asparagus

Savor the bold flavors of this quick and easy *Vegetarian Stir-Fried Beef with Asparagus*, a plant-based twist on the classic stir-fry that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender asparagus and a savory plant-based beef substitute, this dish is packed with fresh aromatics like garlic and ginger, while a rich sauce made with soy sauce and vegetarian oyster sauce ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, it balances crisp-tender veggies with hearty protein for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome, flavor-packed feast that’s vegan-friendly, fast, and family-approved.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Plant-based beef substitute
• 12 ounces Asparagus
• 1 small Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce (vegetarian version)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the tough ends off the asparagus. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Stir until fully combined and set aside.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the plant-based beef substitute and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the asparagus to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.

Step 7

Return the plant-based beef substitute to the skillet. Pour the sauce mixture over the ingredients and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 8

Season with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to taste.

Step 9

Serve the stir-fried 'beef' and asparagus hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(857.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1067.8

Total Fat 77.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4052.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 55.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221.6mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1796.5mg	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: 59.8%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 21.2%