Beef and Tomato Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Beef and Tomato Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces cellophane noodles, cut into pieces; 1 lb beef top round steak; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; ½ cup beef broth; ½ cup cold water; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 tablespoons steak sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot or 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 ½ cups sliced zucchini; 1 large onion, cut into thin wedges; 2 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges

Servings: persons

2 ounces cellophane noodles, cut into pieces
1 lb beef top round steak
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ cup beef broth
½ cup cold water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons steak sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons finely chopped gingerroot or 1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ cups sliced zucchini
1 large onion, cut into thin wedges
2 medium tomatoes, cut into thin wedges

1
Soak cellophane noodles 15 minutes in enough warm water to cover; drain.
2
Trim fat from beef steak.
3
Cut beef with grain into 2-inch strips; cut strips across grain into 1/8-inch slices.
4
(For ease in cutting, partially freeze beef about 1 1/2 hours.)
5
Toss beef and 1 teaspoon cornstarch.
6
Mix broth, water, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, the steak sauce and sugar.
7
Heat wok or 12-inch skillet until very hot.
8
Add 1 tablespoon oil to wok; rotate wok to coat sides.
9
Add beef and gingerroot; stir-fry about 4 minutes or until vegetables or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
10
Stir in broth mixture.
11
Cook and stir about 1 minute or until thickened.
12
Stir in beef mixture, cellophane noodles and tomatoes.
13
Cook about 1 minute or until heated through.
14
4 servings.

517

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ounces cellophane noodles, cut into pieces, 1 lb beef top round steak, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, ½ cup beef broth, and more.

Yes, Beef and Tomato Stir-Fry falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef and Tomato Stir-Fry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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