Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Quinoa

• 1 cup quinoa⇄
• 2 cups water⇄

Rinse quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil over high heat, then add quinoa, reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and grains are fluffy.

💡 Fluff quinoa with a fork after cooking to prevent clumping.

• 600 g beef sirloin⇄
• 2 cups green beans⇄
• 1 cup carrots⇄

Thinly slice beef sirloin against the grain for tenderness. Trim and halve green beans, and julienne carrots into thin matchsticks for even cooking.

💡 Keep ingredients near the stove for quick access during stir-frying.

• 4 cups broccoli florets⇄

Place broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes at medium heat until bright green and tender-crisp, avoiding overcooking.

💡 Shock broccoli in ice water after steaming to retain vibrant color.

• 1 tbsp coconut oil⇄
• 0.5 tsp salt⇄
• 0.25 tsp black pepper⇄

Heat coconut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add beef slices in a single layer, season lightly with salt and pepper, and sear without stirring for 2 minutes until browned. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until just cooked through, then remove and set aside.

💡 Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing instead of steaming.

• 2 cups green beans⇄
• 1 cup carrots⇄
• 1 tsp fresh ginger⇄

In the same wok, add green beans and carrots over high heat. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Add grated ginger and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.

💡 Keep the heat high and stir constantly to prevent burning.

• 2 tbsp tamari sauce⇄
• 1 tsp sesame oil⇄

Return beef to the wok with vegetables. Drizzle tamari sauce and sesame oil over the mixture, tossing everything together for 1 minute over high heat until well-coated and heated through.

💡 Taste and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed.