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Xinjiang Beef Stir-Fry with Rice & Roasted Veggies

Tender beef with cumin and chili crisp, served over yellow rice with roasted broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and pickled red cabbage. One-pan sear and one sheet pan roast for a complete Xinjiang-inspired dinner in under 30 minutes.

Total time
28 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
38g
Xinjiang Beef Stir-Fry with Rice & Roasted Veggies
satisfyingquickchinesebeeftendercrispyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oven to 425°F. Toss broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots with 2 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a sheet pan.

  2. Step 2

    Roast vegetables 15 minutes until edges brown and tender-crisp.

  3. Step 3

    While vegetables roast, toss beef with cumin, salt, and black pepper.

  4. Step 4

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Add beef in a single layer and sear without stirring 2 minutes until a crust forms. Stir and cook 1 more minute until medium-rare inside.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from heat. Stir in chili crisp and soy sauce until coated.

  7. Step 7

    Divide yellow rice among plates. Top with stir-fried beef, roasted vegetables, and a spoonful of pickled cabbage on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan
  • 12-inch heavy skillet
  • cutting board and knife
  • large spoon or spatula

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