Description
This High Protein Beijing Beef Rice Bowl recipe offers a deliciously savory, Asian-inspired meal that’s quick to prepare in just 30 minutes. Featuring lean beef marinated and cooked to tender perfection, combined with a flavorful hoisin and soy sauce-based glaze, served over nutritious brown or jasmine rice and steamed vegetables, this bowl is perfect for a satisfying high-protein dinner or meal prep option.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Marinade
- 1 lb lean beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sugar ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional)
- 1/4 cup water
Cooking
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
To Serve
- 3 cups cooked brown rice or jasmine rice
- 2 cups steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Let the beef marinate for 10–15 minutes to absorb the flavors and tenderize.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sugar ketchup, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, hoisin sauce, optional honey or brown sugar, and water. Set the sauce aside for later use.
- Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until it is browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Using the same skillet, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet with the aromatics. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until it slightly thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss it in the sauce to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute to ensure the beef is heated through and flavors meld.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide cooked rice and steamed broccoli or mixed vegetables into four serving bowls. Top each bowl with the Beijing beef. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired before serving.
Notes
- Use lean cuts of beef like sirloin or flank for best results and lower fat content.
- Marinating beef with cornstarch helps create a tender, velvety texture.
- Adjust honey or brown sugar in the sauce to control sweetness, or omit for a less sweet version.
- Steamed broccoli can be substituted with mixed vegetables such as snap peas, carrots, or bell peppers.
- Serve immediately for best texture, or prepare components in advance for easy meal prep.
- To make it gluten-free, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
