Description
Maple ginger beef delivers a perfect harmony of sweet and spicy Canadian-inspired flavors. Rich Canadian maple syrup and zesty ginger create a mouthwatering glaze that elevates tender beef to a culinary masterpiece you’ll savor with delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) sirloin steak, sliced very thin
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) beef broth
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) pure maple syrup
Starch and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) canola oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
Instructions
- Preheat a spacious cast-iron skillet to an intense temperature, then introduce a thin layer of canola oil across the surface.
- Create a seasoning blend by combining cornstarch with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, thoroughly coating each strip of beef to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Sear the seasoned beef strips in the scorching skillet, allowing each piece to develop a rich caramelized exterior without overcrowding the cooking surface, working in strategic batches if necessary.
- Prepare a vibrant sauce by whisking together beef broth, umami-rich soy sauce, tangy Worcestershire sauce, golden maple syrup, minced garlic, zingy ginger, and a sprinkle of fiery red pepper flakes, incorporating the remaining cornstarch to create a smooth emulsion.
- Pour the aromatic sauce into the skillet with the seared beef, allowing the liquid to simmer and transform into a glossy, clingy glaze that envelops each meat fragment.
- Sample the dish, fine-tuning the flavor profile by adjusting the seasoning, heat intensity, or sweetness to achieve a harmonious balance.
- Transfer the glistening maple ginger beef immediately onto a bed of steaming rice or tender noodles, ensuring the dish is served piping hot for maximum gustatory pleasure.
Notes
- Optimize steak tenderness by slicing against the grain, ensuring each bite remains juicy and easily chewable.
- Prevent sauce from becoming too thick by adding a splash of water or broth if it reduces too quickly during cooking.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or using mild alternatives like paprika for sensitive palates.
- Enhance flavor profile by marinating sliced beef in sauce mixture for 15-30 minutes before
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg