Black Pepper Beef and Asparagus Stir Fry

Submitted by SusieQusie

"Low fat and tasty beef with vegetables on the table in less than an hour. An unusual ingredient in the quick marinade - diet Coke - helps to tenderize the peppery beef."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup diet cola (Coke)
• 2 tablespoons fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped onions
• 6 ounces lean beef, cut into stir fry strips
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 4 ounces white mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons celery, sliced
• 4 stalks fresh asparagus, each stalk cut into 3 sections
• 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce (optional)

directions

1. Mix the Diet Coke, black pepper and onions. Add the beef strips and marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Heat a heavy skillet or wok over high heat. Add the olive oil and vegetables. Stir fry for 2 minutes.
3. Add beef and marinade and fry for 2 minutes. Add soy sauce if using.
4. Serve immediately over rice or noodles, your choice.

Reviews

[Bergy]

The pepper is wonderful - it leaves a lingering warm taste. I was surprised that 6 oz was more than enough for 2 people. The diet coke definitely does tenderize the beef. I used the soy sauce and it gave a little extra flavor boost. I used just a light spray of olive oil. The asparagus was still a bit crunchy just the way I like them. This recipe is a do again recipe Thanks SusieQusie for posting

 

[Charlotte J]

This had a sweet taste from the soda but a lot of pepper. I think I'd cut down on the pepper next time. I was there were more veggies in this dish. It was very easy to make and almost ready in no time at all. Made for *Zaar Tag game* 2008