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Paleo Chinese Lunch: Spicy Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry & Garlic Bok Choy

A flavorful chinese lunch perfect for paleo eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total) Prep: 10 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 30 min
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Chinese

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb grass
  • fed ground beef
  • 1 lb fresh bok choy
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos with arrowroot powder. Set aside.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium high heat. Add ground beef, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant.
  4. Add red bell pepper and green onions, stirring occasionally for 2 minutes. e) Return beef to the pan and mix well. Pour in the coconut aminos mixture, stirring constantly until sauce thickens. f) Add bok choy to the pan, cooking until wilted, about 3 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper as desired.

Chef’s Insight

Balance flavors by adjusting seasonings to your preference.

Notes

Choose grass-fed beef for a healthier option.

Cultural or Historical Background

Szechuan cuisine originates from China's Sichuan Province and is known for its bold flavors, particularly the mix of spicy, sour, and sweet tastes.