Best Easy Beef with Snow Peas Recipe

Tender sliced beef and crisp fresh snow peas come together in a light ginger-soy sauce. This clean eats stir-fry is high protein, low calorie, and perfect for a 1200 calorie or weight loss plan.

Cook 20 min Difficulty NORMAL 225 kcal
#high protein #low carb #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • beef flank steak 10 oz
  • snow peas 2 cups
  • scallion 2 pieces
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • fresh ginger 1 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • low sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • cornstarch 1.5 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 12 g 21%
Protein 25 g 44%
Fat 7 g 28%
Serving size 190g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Slice flank steak thinly across the grain; toss with 1 tsp soy sauce and 1.5 tsp cornstarch. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Trim snow peas, slice scallions, mince garlic and ginger. Prepare all vegetables before heating your pan.

  3. 3

    Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over high heat. Add 1 tsp sesame oil, then add beef in a single layer. Stir-fry 1–2 minutes until just browned—do not overcook. Remove from pan.

  4. 4

    Add garlic and ginger to pan, stir-fry for 30 seconds, then add snow peas and scallions. Toss quickly, keeping heat high for crisp texture.

  5. 5

    Return beef to the pan; add remaining soy sauce and black pepper. Stir-fry everything for 1–2 minutes more, until snow peas are bright and beef is just cooked. Serve immediately.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The key ingredient in Best Easy Beef with Snow Peas Recipe is the flank steak, which provides the dish’s protein-rich, savory foundation and pairs perfectly with the crunch of snow peas. The balance between tender beef slices and crisp snow peas defines the signature flavor and texture combination.
Q. How do I keep the beef tender during stir-frying?
To ensure tender beef, slice the flank steak thinly across the grain and marinate briefly with soy sauce and cornstarch. Use high heat and cook in a single layer for just 1–2 minutes—avoiding overcooking keeps the beef juicy and tender.
Q. What's the best way to keep snow peas crisp?
Keep the stir-fry temperature high and add the snow peas near the end of cooking. Stir-fry them for only a minute or two to preserve their bright color and crisp texture. Overcooking will make them lose their snap.
Q. How many calories and protein per serving?
Each serving of this recipe provides approximately 225 kcal, with 25g of protein, making it especially suitable for high-protein and low-calorie meal plans.
Q. What is the protein-to-carb ratio in this dish?
Each serving contains about 25g protein and 12g carbohydrates, with protein representing roughly 44% of calories and carbs 21%. This makes it a strong choice for low-carb, higher-protein dietary needs.
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