🍤🥩 Sweet & Spicy Surf & Turf Stir-Fry
A fast and fiery stir-fry featuring a savory-sweet sauce, succulent shrimp, tender beef, and crunchy vegetables. A perfect weeknight dinner that tastes like takeout—only healthier and homemade!
🧾 Ingredients
Protein:
- ½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for beef)
Veggies:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- ½ carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
- ½ cup snap peas or green peas
Sauce:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili paste or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
For Stir-Frying:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Garnish:
- Fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley) or sliced scallions
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Beef:
- Toss the beef strips with cornstarch, a pinch of salt, and a splash of soy sauce. Set aside for 10 minutes to tenderize.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey (or brown sugar), chili paste (if using), sesame oil, and minced garlic.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat half the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until pink and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Beef:
- Add remaining oil to the skillet.
- Add beef and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-Fry Veggies:
- In the same pan, add peppers, carrots, and peas.
- Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine & Sauce:
- Return shrimp and beef to the pan.
- Pour in the sauce and toss everything together for 1–2 minutes until evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve:
- Garnish with herbs or scallions.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
📌 Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate shrimp and beef with a splash of soy sauce and garlic before cooking.
- Use a nonstick wok or cast iron pan for best searing results.
- Great with jasmine rice, rice noodles, or quinoa.
💡 Tips
- Freeze beef for 15 minutes before slicing for thin, even cuts.
- Don’t overcook shrimp—they cook fast and can turn rubbery.
- Add crushed peanuts or sesame seeds for extra texture.
- Double the sauce if serving over rice or noodles.
🍽️ Servings
- Serves 2–3 people
- Double recipe to serve a family
🧾 Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: ~340
- Protein: ~30g
- Fat: ~14g
- Carbs: ~20g
- Sugar: ~8g
- Fiber: ~3g
(Based on ingredients listed. May vary depending on exact products used.)
🌟 Health Benefits
- High protein from shrimp and beef for muscle support.
- Low in added fat compared to takeout.
- Colorful veggies boost fiber, vitamins A & C, and antioxidants.
- Garlic and chili promote metabolism and immune support.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: Yes! Cook and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently.
Q: Can I use chicken instead of beef?
A: Absolutely! Thinly sliced chicken breast or thighs work great.
Q: What if I don’t have hoisin?
A: Substitute with a mix of soy sauce + a dash of peanut butter or molasses.
Q: Is it gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free soy sauce (tamari) and check labels on sauces.
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