Beef Stir-fry Recipe

by Tami Ross for Diabetes Self-Management.

Simple beef stir-fry

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: approximately 10–15 minutes

Cooking spray
12 ounces beef tenderloin or filet mignon, cut into bite-size pieces
1 package (16 ounces) frozen, mixed, stir-fry blend vegetables, thawed
3 tablespoons lite teriyaki sauce (58% less sodium)

Coat a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray and warm over medium heat. Add meat and cook, stirring frequently, until browned (about 4–5 minutes). Increase heat to high. Stir in vegetables and teriyaki sauce. Cook until meat is heated through and vegetables are crisp-tender (approximately 4–6 minutes); stir frequently. Serve alone or over brown rice, pasta, or baked potato.

Yield: 4 cups
Serving Size: 1 cup

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
Calories: 123
Carbohydrate: 6 g
Protein: 18 g
Fat: 3 g
Saturated fat: 1 g
Sodium: 283 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 nonstarchy vegetable, 2 1/2 very lean meat
Carbohydrate choices: 1/2