Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry
Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry balances tender slices of beef with bursts of juicy pineapple, all coated in a glossy, tangy-sweet sauce sparked with ginger, garlic, and a touch of heat. Crisp snow peas, peppers, and carrots add freshness and crunch. Serve it hot over rice or noodles for a bright weeknight dinner that satisfies sweet-and-spicy cravings.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 26 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 50
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 60
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
In a bowl, combine the beef strips with 2 tablespoons cornstarch; toss until the beef strips are evenly coated. Set aside.
- 2
For the sauce, stir together 1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice, beef broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sambal oelek or Sriracha in a bowl; set aside.
- 3
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef and the onion to the hot oil, and cook, stirring quickly and constantly, until the beef is browned, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the carrots, snow peas, and bell pepper; cook and stir for about 1 minute. Add the garlic and the ginger and cook for about 30 seconds. Stir in the reserved sauce and the pineapple chunks.
- 5
Stir the remaining cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and add to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, 1 to 2 minutes more.
- 6
Serve right away with hot cooked rice, garnished with fresh chives if desired.
- Calories 708.05 kcal High 35%
- Protein 73.4 g Good Source 147%
- Carbohydrate 49.4 g 18%
- Total Fat 24.19 g High 31%
- Saturated Fat 7.68 g High 38%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 178.01 mg High 59%
- Sodium 1946.79 mg High 85%
- Dietary Fiber 7.01 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 14.81 g --
- Added Sugars 0.12 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 108.41 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 7.8 mg Good Source 43%
- Potassium 1075.37 mg Good Source 23%
- Vitamin A 43.47 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 76.97 mg Good Source 86%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir Fry is made with 16 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Broth, Cornstarch, Diced Carrots, and Fresh Chives. Each serving provides about 708.05 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Broth, Cornstarch, Diced Carrots, Fresh Chives, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 708.05 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry healthy?
- Pineapple and Beef Skillet Stir-Fry has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 708.05 calories and 73.4 g of protein, or 147% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1946.79 mg (85% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.68 g (38% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Gluten, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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