Beef and Potato Stir-fry

Beef and Potato Stir-fry is a hearty, savory dish featuring tender slices of beef and potatoes cooked quickly in a hot wok or skillet. It typically includes aromatics like garlic, ginger, and onions, along with a flavorful sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sometimes a touch of sugar or sesame oil. This comforting stir-fry is a popular home-style dish in many East Asian cuisines, particularly in Chinese cooking.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of protein from the beef and carbohydrates from the potatoes, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the cut of beef and cooking oil used. It provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, potassium, and fiber, with a typical serving containing roughly 400-500 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	20 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	500 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Zinc	5 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Magnesium	40 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a beloved 'comfort food' that showcases the efficiency of stir-frying to create a complete meal in one pan. Nutritionally, the pairing of iron-rich beef with vitamin C from any added vegetables can enhance iron absorption, making it a particularly nourishing combination.