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Beef Stir Fry

A quick and satisfying dish featuring tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Skillet or Wok
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Beef

  • 1 pound Flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced Slice against the grain for tenderness.

Vegetables

  • 3 cups Mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas) Chop into uniform sizes.

Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil For marinade.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Cooking Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For cooking.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 4 Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For thickening sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil For flavor.
  • 2 green onions Chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • 1. Thinly slice the flank steak or sirloin against the grain and place in a bowl.
  • 2. In a separate bowl, combine marinade ingredients: soy sauce, cornstarch, vegetable oil, and black pepper. Pour over the beef and mix well. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
  • 3. Wash and chop mixed vegetables into uniform sizes.
  • 4. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  • 5. Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • 6. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil if needed. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds.
  • 7. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • 8. Return beef to the skillet, add soy sauce and oyster sauce, and toss to coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • 9. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add to stir fry to thicken sauce if desired.
  • 10. Drizzle with sesame oil, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal. Feel free to customize with different proteins or vegetables.
Keyword Easy