Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Gut-Friendly Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry

This stir-fry is packed with prebiotic-rich veggies and flavorful spices, making it a delicious and gut-healthy meal.

Ingredients (Serves 4):

Beef:

1 lb (450g) lean beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced

2 tbsp tamari or low-sodium soy sauce (fermented soy supports gut health)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (anti-inflammatory and supports digestion)

2 cloves garlic, minced (prebiotic-rich and great for gut health)

Vegetables:

1 cup broccoli florets (high in fiber and prebiotics)

1 cup carrots, julienned

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 cup snap peas or snow peas

1/2 cup scallions, sliced

Sauce:

2 tbsp tamari or low-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar (fermented for gut benefits)

1 tsp sesame oil

1/2 tsp honey (optional, for sweetness)

1/4 cup bone broth (supports gut lining with collagen)

Optional Toppings:

1 tbsp sesame seeds

Fresh cilantro

Instructions:

Marinate the Beef:

Combine beef, tamari, olive oil, ginger, and garlic in a bowl. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes.

Prepare the Sauce:

 Whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (if using), and bone broth in a small bowl.

Cook the Beef:

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables:

Add broccoli, carrots, red bell pepper, and snap peas in the same skillet. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

Combine and Finish:

Add the cooked beef back to the skillet along with the sauce. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Serve:

Top with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve as is or over steamed brown rice or quinoa for added fiber.

Why This Recipe is Gut-Friendly:

Prebiotics: Broccoli, carrots, and garlic provide the fiber gut bacteria thrive on.

Probiotics: Tamari and rice vinegar add fermented ingredients to support a healthy microbiome.

Collagen: Bone broth helps support gut lining health.

Anti-inflammatory: Ginger and garlic reduce inflammation, aiding digestion.