Pritikin Diet Style Stir-Fried Steak and Green Peppers

Submitted by Chef Penn State

"Low fat and good for you, this recipe is a simple inclusion into your diet and is even great for those that just want something light to eat."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4-5

ingredients

• 1 lb flank steak, trimmed of all visible fat
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon powdered ginger
• 2 tablespoons frozen apple juice concentrate
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or 2 tablespoons tamari
• 1⁄4 cup dry sherry or 1/4 cup wine vinegar
• 3⁄4 cup stock, without fat
• 4 large green peppers, cut into thin strips
• 1 large carrot, thinly sliced on the diagonal

directions

1. Place flank steak in the freezer until partially frozen. Slice diagonally into very thin strips, cutting across the grain.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, ginger, apple juice concentrate, soy sauce, sherry, and 1/4 cup of stock.
3. Marinate the meat strips in the mixture for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.(the longer, the better).
4. In a large skillet or wok, heat the remaining stock over high heat. Add the vegetables and stir-fry quickly, no more than 2-3 minutes.
5. Push the vegetables to the sides of the pan, leaving the center empty.
6. Remove the meat from the marinade and stir-fry quickly.
7. Add any remaining marinade, stir until thickened, and then stir in the vegetables.