Beat The Clock Stir Fry Recipe

Whip up this incredibly fast and flavorful stir-fry when you're short on time but craving a delicious, family-friendly meal! Packed with fresh vegetables and savory beef, this recipe is a weeknight winner. Ready in under 45 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 549.2 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beat The Clock Stir Fry

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How to Make Beat The Clock Stir Fry

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water and 1 cup beef broth to a boil. Add 1 cup of uncooked long-grain rice, cover, and remove from heat. Set aside until ready to serve.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. Add 1 cup sliced carrots and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
  5. Add 1 cup thinly sliced beef strips. Increase heat to medium-high and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  6. Add 1/2 cup water chestnuts (canned, drained), 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 tablespoon sherry, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and 2 tablespoons soy sauce.
  7. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Add 1/2 cup beef broth to the skillet.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup beef broth and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
  10. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet along with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  11. Stir-fry for 3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
  12. Serve the stir-fry immediately over the prepared rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

13g

Carbs

23g