Beef & Vegetable Skillet with Butter Sauce
A quick and flavorful skillet dish combining tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich butter sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Sauce & Seasonings
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- to taste Freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef until browned, then remove.
- Add bell peppers and zucchini; sauté until slightly softened. Stir in garlic.
- Add chicken broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, and oregano; stir well.
- Mix cornstarch with water and add to thicken sauce. Remove from heat.
- Stir in butter until melted, then return beef and combine everything.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of sesame oil or sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.