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Tired of the usual beef stir-fries like beef with potatoes or celery? It's time to try something new: pumpkin and beef stir-fry. A dish that's not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Let's cook this with Mytour!
Nutritional Value of Pumpkin and Beef Stir-Fry
Pumpkin, a top health-promoting vegetable, is rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and particularly high in iron, making it excellent for digestive and bone health, and preventing cardiovascular diseases.
Pumpkin is also regarded as a medicinal ingredient in traditional medicine. With its warm nature and sweet taste, it helps to regulate the body's Qi, making it suitable for both children and adults. Thus, if you're wondering what to stir-fry with beef, this dish is a must-try.
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How to Make Pumpkin Beef Stir-Fry
This dish doesn't require many spices or ingredients. The cooking steps are straightforward and quick.
Ingredient Preparation
| Khẩu phần | Thời gian chuẩn bị | Thời gian chế biến | Độ khó |
| 3 người | 10 phút | 10 phút | Dễ |
- - 200 grams of beef
- 100 grams of pumpkin
- 1/2 an onion
- 2-3 scallions
- 2-3 minced garlic cloves
- Cooking oil, seasoning powder, monosodium glutamate, pepper
Cooking Instructions
- - Rinse the beef with clean water, pat dry, and slice thinly. Marinate the beef with half of the minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, and a bit of cooking oil. Mix well and let it sit for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
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- - Peel and cut the pumpkin into slices, removing the seeds. Note: Ensure slices are of even thickness for uniform cooking. - Peel and cut the onion into wedges. Wash and chop the scallions into 1-2cm pieces. - Heat a pan with cooking oil, sauté the remaining garlic until fragrant. Then, stir-fry the beef on high heat to retain its juiciness and tenderness. Once the beef is pink, remove it from the pan. - Continue using the same pan, add more oil and stir-fry the pumpkin. Add a bit of water for quicker softening. Season with seasoning powder and MSG to taste. When the pumpkin is tender, add the onion and beef, mix well, then add scallions and stir for 15-20 seconds before turning off the heat.
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Final Product Requirements
The beef is tender and sweet, especially the pumpkin, which is soft without being hard. The dish has a rich flavor, aromatic with garlic and pumpkin. Beef, pumpkin, and onion combine to create a delicious and nutritious meal.
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Tips for Making Delicious Pumpkin Beef Stir-Fry
- - For stir-fried dishes, opt for tenderloin cuts for a balance of tenderness and crispiness. - Quality beef has a deep red color with a resilient, slightly sticky surface, not slimy. - Select heavy and firm pumpkins, avoiding any with black spots or wasp stings on the rind. - Pumpkins with slightly longer stems are fresher and can be stored longer.
This is the pumpkin and beef stir-fry recipe shared by Mytour Blog. It's simple and quick to prepare, making it perfect for those not very skilled in cooking and ideal for simple yet tasty meals. Don't forget to check out more delicious beef recipes on Mytour!
