Happy Monday my fam! Yoh…!
I’m still trying to process the fact that this is the second-last Monday of 2025. Like… excuse me?? This year really said blink and I’m gone.
So how are we feeling with Christmas literally around the corner? Are we deep in the festive mood, playlist on repeat, menu already planned, or did that SAWS weather warning just come through and completely messed with your vibes, or maybe you are side-eyeing the sky like “hmmmmm”, OR maybe you have already decided that rain, clouds, sunshine or drama will not cancel Christmas this year?
Whatever your mood is right now fam, just know this: food always understands us. Food never judges. Food always comes through.
And today’s mood on the plate? A Lemon-Pepper Beef & Veggie Toss. A quick, one-skillet beauty with tender beef strips, colourful crunchy veggies, and a fresh lemony kick. Big on flavour, light on heaviness—perfect for this in-between season we are in.
Alright my people, let’s get comfy and cook together… let’s get right into it.
How to make a Lemon-Pepper Beef & Veggie Toss
Serves: 2
Ingredients:
- 250 g beef sirloin or steak, thinly sliced
- 1 small courgette (zucchini), sliced
- 1 small carrot, cut into thin strips
- ½ red onion, sliced
- Zest of ½ lemon
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional add-ins:
- Fresh parsley or coriander
- A splash of soy sauce
- Chilli flakes
Method:
- Sear the beef: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add beef strips, season with salt and pepper, and sear quickly until just browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the veggies: In the same pan, add onion, carrot, and courgette. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes — keep them slightly crisp.
- Bring it together: Return the beef to the pan. Add paprika, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes until glossy and fragrant.
- Finish & serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with herbs or chilli if using. Serve on its own or with a small portion of rice or flatbread.
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