Lamb Stir-Fry with Ginger and Scallions

Lamb Stir-Fry with Ginger and Scallions recipe videos

Lamb Stir-Fry with Ginger and Scallions is a classic Chinese dish featuring tender slices of lamb quickly cooked with fresh ginger and green onions. The key ingredients are lamb, ginger, scallions, and a savory sauce often made with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and a touch of sugar. It's a staple in many Chinese regional cuisines, prized for its aromatic and comforting flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a good source of high-quality protein and healthy fats, with relatively low carbohydrates. It provides essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the lamb, along with antioxidants from the ginger and scallions. A typical serving contains approximately 350-450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	5.2 mg
Vitamin B12	2.8 mcg
Potassium	420 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Niacin (B3)	7.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Selenium	22 mcg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is often associated with warming the body in traditional Chinese medicine, as ginger and lamb are considered 'warming' ingredients. Nutritionally, the combination of lean protein and anti-inflammatory compounds from ginger makes it a flavorful and functional meal.