Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms
A quick, balanced meal featuring tender beef and crisp bok choy in a savory coconut aminos sauce with earthy mushrooms. This asian-inspired whole30 ready in about 25 minutes pairs grass-fed beef strips, bok choy, shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (thinly sliced) grass-fed beef strips
- 2 cups (chopped, including white stems) bok choy
- 4 oz (sliced) shiitake mushrooms
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tsp (freshly grated) ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 8 oz thinly sliced grass-fed beef strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 2 cups chopped bok choy and 4 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until bok choy wilts and mushrooms soften.
- Step 3: Return beef to skillet, add 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 grass-fed beef strips from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
Is Stir-Fried Beef with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This recipe was a hit with my family! The beef was tender and the bok choy and mushrooms were perfectly cooked.
- ★★★★★
Loved how simple and flavorful this dish turned out. Whole30 compliant and delicious.
- ★★★★★
So easy to make and packed with flavor. Will definitely make again.
