Spiced Rosemary Beef Tenderloin Stir-Fry

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Tender beef tenderloin strips quickly stir-fried with fresh rosemary and cumin for an aromatic and vibrant dish served over rice or noodles. This African-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 23 minutes, pairs fresh rosemary, minced, ground cumin, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 African cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp minced fresh rosemary, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the stir-fry sauce.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 lb thinly sliced beef tenderloin strips; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until beef is browned but still tender.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper and 2 sliced green onions, stir-frying for another 2 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables, tossing constantly for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and evenly coats all ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Rosemary Beef Tenderloin Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Rosemary Beef Tenderloin Stir-Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh rosemary, minced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Rosemary Beef Tenderloin Stir-Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spiced Rosemary Beef Tenderloin Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spiced Rosemary Beef Tenderloin Stir-Fry?

African beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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