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Quick Beef and Zucchini Stir Fry

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A fast, flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender beef strips and fresh zucchini in a savory Asian-inspired sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, this dish offers bold, halal-compliant flavors and a protein-packed, healthy meal for busy evenings.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
2 cups zucchini, sliced into matchsticks
1/4 cup soy sauce (halal)
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Add zucchini and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
Return beef to the wok and add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until beef is cooked through.
Sprinkle cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water (not specified in article, added for sauce consistency) to thicken the sauce. Stir until glossy and fully combined.
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Ensure beef is cut against the grain for tenderness.
Use pre-sliced beef if available for time-saving.
Double the sauce ingredients for a heartier coating.
Guaranteed halal-compliant with no pork/alcohol ingredients.

  • Author: Madelyn
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 0.7 cups
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 6000mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg