The Best Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef Dish You’ll Ever Try

Craving a dish that’s bursting with umami flavor while keeping you on track? This Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef is your answer! Tender strips of lean beef, crisp bok choy, and a savory garlic-ginger sauce come together in a vibrant stir-fry that’s ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is a flavorful and wholesome way to enjoy a satisfying meal. It’s proof that healthy eating can be both delicious and exciting!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • WW-Friendly & Satisfying: Lean protein and zero-point veggies keep SmartPoints low.
  • Ready in 20 Minutes: Faster than takeout!
  • Customizable: Swap beef for chicken, tofu, or shrimp (adjust points as needed).
  • Nutrient-Packed: Bok choy adds vitamins A, C, and K for a health boost.
  • Meal Prep Hero: Double the batch for lunches or dinners all week.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean flank steak (trimmed of fat, thinly sliced)
  • 4 cups baby bok choy (chopped, stems and leaves separated)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, +1 point)
  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional, for heat)
  • Cooking spray
  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Prep the Beef & Sauce

  1. In a bowl, toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, hoisin (if using), and sriracha in a separate bowl.

Stir-Fry the Veggies

  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

Cook the Bok Choy & Bell Pepper

  1. Re-spray the skillet. Add bok choy stems and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  2. Toss in bok choy leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.

Combine & Sauce It Up

  1. Return beef to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and stir to coat everything evenly.
  2. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Serve

  1. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over cauliflower rice (0 points) or brown rice (track points).

Nutritional Information

(Per serving: 1.5 cups stir-fry without rice)

  • Calories: ~220
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • WW SmartPoints6 (with lean beef) or 7 (with hoisin sauce).

Tips for Success

  1. Slice Beef Thinly: Freeze the beef for 20 minutes first for easier slicing.
  2. Boost Veggies: Add mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli (0 points).
  3. Lower Sodium: Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
  4. Meal Prep: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet to retain crispness.
  5. Spice Control: Omit sriracha or add chili flakes to taste.

Why This Recipe Works for Weight Watchers

  • Lean Protein: Flank steak is high in protein and low in fat, keeping points in check.
  • Zero-Point Veggies: Bok choy and bell peppers add volume and nutrients.
  • Smart Sauce: Minimal oil and sugar-free swaps (like reduced-sodium soy sauce) maximize flavor without excess points.

Serving Ideas

  • With Cauliflower Rice: Keep it low-carb and zero points.
  • Noodle Bowl: Toss with zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles.
  • Side Salad: Pair with a tangy Asian slaw (rice vinegar, lime, and cilantro).

This Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef is a weeknight lifesaver—quick, flavorful, and perfectly balanced for your wellness journey. With its tender beef, crisp veggies, and savory-sweet sauce, it’s a dish that satisfies cravings while aligning with your SmartPoints goals. Whip it up for dinner tonight, and enjoy leftovers tomorrow for a meal that tastes even better the second day!

The Best Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef Dish You’ll Ever Try

Recipe by 2mrecipes
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

220

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean flank steak (trimmed of fat, thinly sliced)

  • 4 cups baby bok choy (chopped, stems and leaves separated)

  • 1 medium red bell pepper (sliced)

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, +1 point)

  • 1 tsp sriracha (optional, for heat)

  • Cooking spray

  • Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Prep the Beef & Sauce
    In a bowl, toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
    Whisk remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, hoisin (if using), and sriracha in a separate bowl.
  • Stir-Fry the Veggies
    Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
    Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
    Add beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook the Bok Choy & Bell Pepper
    Re-spray the skillet. Add bok choy stems and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
    Toss in bok choy leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
  • Combine & Sauce It Up
    Return beef to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and stir to coat everything evenly.
    Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  • Serve
    Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over cauliflower rice (0 points) or brown rice (track points).

Notes

  • Slice Beef Thinly: Freeze the beef for 20 minutes first for easier slicing.
    Boost Veggies: Add mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli (0 points).
    Lower Sodium: Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
    Meal Prep: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet to retain crispness.
    Spice Control: Omit sriracha or add chili flakes to taste.

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