After a super crazy { fun! } weekend, I’m so grateful for quick, easy, weeknight meals.
Thus, the crazy weekend = posting a day late this week. So sorry about that!
Yet, instead of cooking in the kitchen this weekend where I should’ve been, I was climbing rocks, hanging from trees and dodging waterfalls.
Ok, not really. But, I was shooting someone who was! Forgive me?
I had the opportunity to do a fitness photo shoot with a beautiful model.
How rad is that?
I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity. And the photos we did are amazing.
Anywho…on to the recipe. Which is what you came for in the first place right?
Ok. First, whip up all your sauce ingredients and set them aside. Then, get yourself some lean sirloin steak and slice it real thin, like this.
Next, put it in a bowl so that you can toss it with salt.
Slice your green onions into bite-size sticks and rinse your (isn’t it your favorite super-food too?) spinach. They’ll both take a splash in the pan!
Then, get your sesames at the ready to top it all off!
Now that you’re all ready, start the stir-frying. This part goes fast! And, your quick, easy weeknight dinner will be ready in minutes!
Enjoy!
Sesame Beef Stir-Fry
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger bottled
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
- 1 pound boneless sirloin steak sliced thin
- 8 green onions cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups bagged baby spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine the first 5 ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Heat a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the sesame oil to pan and swirl to coat. Add the beef to pan, and cook for 3 minutes or until browned. Remove beef from pan. Add onions and cook for 1 minute. Add the soy sauce mixture and cook 1 more minute. Return the beef to the pan; cook 1 minute. Stir in spinach, and cook 30 seconds. Top with sesame seeds.
- Serve.
Recipe from Cooking Light My Recipes @ Sesame Beef Stir-Fry.
Marcie says
I’d love to hear more about that photo shoot — sounds fun! This stir fry sounds so incredible and easy — perfect for hectic weeknights.
Kristi says
Thanks Marcie! I will share a link to photos when I’m done editing. It was the best day I’ve had in a long time – so fun!
[email protected] says
A fitness photo shot sounds like so much fun! Love a beef stir fry. Such a great weeknight dinner.
Kristi says
It was a blast Christin! So much fun! Glad you like the stir-fry!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
Oh I wish I could see some of the shots you took!
Kristi says
You will be able to! I’ll add them to my photography portfolio and share just as soon as they are edited. Thanks Daniela! I’m excited to share them!
Ashley says
That sounds like one really cool opportunity! And meals like this are perfect for during the week – things always get so crazy that the last thing I feel like doing is making a fussy meal. And I do love a good stir-fry!
Kristi says
It was ssssoooo fun! I’ve felt the impact all week though – I haven’t quite got back into my routine! I hope you have a great week!
Aimee / WallflowerGirl.co.uk says
That photo shoot sounds very exciting! And what a delicious looking meal, would love this for dinner right now…
Kristi says
Oh my gosh Aimee – it was a blast! Even the weather cooperated! And thank goodness for easy weeknight meals after that! 🙂
Josefine {The Smoothie Lover} says
What a great idea adding sesame to a stir fry! Definitely gonna do that next time 🙂 Thanks!
Kristi says
Thanks Josefine – it was really good, and I love how easy it is. Have a wonderful week!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
I love a good quick stir-fry on busy weeknights. They are so fast and easy to out together. This one looks delicious!!!
Kristi says
Thanks Cindy – I hope you have a beautiful week!
Johlene says
Hey u 🙂 Love the idea of adding the singer, soy and brown sugar to this recipe! Looks really healthy!
Have a great weekend.. Xx
Kristi says
Thanks Johlene – it is really tasty! I hope you have a great weekend too! I’m going to be drooling over your Orange & Cardamom Naked Layer Cake!
Kelly says
That photo shoot sounds so exciting Kristi – what a great opportunity 🙂 Yum, love stir-fries and yours looks amazing and so flavorful!
Kristi says
Thanks Kelly – it was a LOT of fun! Something completely different for me! Have a great weekend!
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says
Oh wow, that sounds so so so fun! Is there any place where we can see the pics? I’d surely love to!
This stir fry looks wonderful! Gotta love a quick & easy dinner like this one :–)
Kristi says
YES!!! Just as soon as she sees them, I’m going to upload some of my favorites. I want to share them with you all! It was ssssoooo fun! Thanks for the compliments on the stir-fry! Have a great weekend Consuelo!
Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says
That fitness photo shoot sounds amazing!
I love easy meals! And this looks delicious! 🙂
Kristi says
It was a ton of fun – just got done editing the photos, so I’ll be sharing with you soon!
Claire @ The Black Cat Kitchen says
Oooo Kristi your week sounds much more interesting than mine!! Lucky girl! This stir fry looks gorgeous, we’ve been having them a lot recently as they’re so quick and healthy. Defo giving this one a go 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Claire – it was a LOT of fun! I’ll be sharing photos very soon! Have a great weekend!