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Beef, Shiitake, and Snow Pea Stir-Fry

This vibrant beef and shiitake mushroom stir-fry is a fantastic option for a nutritious midweek meal. Combining tender strips of sirloin steak with earthy mushrooms and crunchy snow peas, the dish is brought to life with a savoury blend of hoisin, ginger and Chinese five-spice. The use of sesame oil provides a rich, nutty aroma that perfectly complements the fresh spring onions and coriander, making it a feast for the senses.

As a diabetes-friendly recipe, this dish focuses on lean protein and fibre-rich vegetables while keeping preparation time to a minimum. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a balanced, lower-carbohydrate dinner that does not compromise on authentic Asian flavours. Serve it on its own for a light evening meal or alongside a small portion of brown rice for extra heartiness.

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Ingredients for Beef, Shiitake, and Snow Pea Stir-Fry

  • 450g top sirloin steak, cut into 2-inch-long, 1/4-inch-thick slices

  • 1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger

  • 350g fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, thickly sliced

  • 230g snow peas

  • 1 bunch spring onions, sliced, divided

  • 1 cup fresh coriander leaves, divided

  • 5 tablespoons hoisin sauce

  • 2 teaspoons chilli-garlic sauce

  • 1/4 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder

How to make Beef, Shiitake, and Snow Pea Stir-Fry

Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ginger and mushrooms; stir-fry until mushrooms are tender, about 3 minutes. Add beef to skillet; stir-fry until beef browns but is still pink in centre, about 1 minute. Add snow peas, half of spring onions, and half of coriander; stir-fry 1 minute. Stir in hoisin, chilli-garlic sauce, and five-spice powder; sauté until peas are crisp-tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining spring onions and coriander.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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