Beef Stir Fry Recipe
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Beef Stir Fry Recipe
This delicious and quick Beef Stir Fry Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a restaurant quality meal at home. Packed with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a savory sauce, this recipe is a complete, flavorful dish in just 30 minutes.
Description
Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner idea. This Beef Stir Fry Recipe is your answer. Stir fries are a cornerstone of Asian cuisine, offering a harmonious blend of textures and flavors in one simple dish. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility you can customize it with your favorite vegetables, sauces, or even swap out the beef for another protein.
At the heart of this Beef Stir Fry Recipe is thinly sliced beef, seared to perfection, then combined with a medley of vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. The star of the dish is the sauce a savory and slightly sweet mixture made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a hint of honey or brown sugar for balance.
Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a beginner, this dish is straightforward to prepare. It’s also a fantastic way to enjoy a balanced meal since it combines protein, vegetables, and a flavorful sauce over steamed rice or noodles. Plus, it’s a great option for meal prepping.
This Beef Stir Fry Recipe is a surefire crowd pleaser and will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation. Quick and easy beef stir fry recipe with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For the Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
Optional for Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Thinly slice the beef against the grain for tenderness. Marinate with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop all vegetables into bite sized pieces. Mince the garlic and ginger for the sauce.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil. Sear the beef in batches to prevent overcrowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Vegetables: Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Stir fry garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Combine Everything: Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Beef: Use a tender cut like sirloin, flank steak, or ribeye for best results.
- Vegetables: Feel free to substitute with zucchini, mushrooms, or bok choy.
- Gluten Free: Use tamari or gluten free soy sauce.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.
Beef Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- For the Beef:
- 1 lb 450g beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- For the Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 medium carrots julienned
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1- inch piece of ginger minced
- For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Optional for Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Thinly slice the beef against the grain for tenderness. Marinate with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop all vegetables into bite sized pieces. Mince the garlic and ginger for the sauce.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil. Sear the beef in batches to prevent overcrowding. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Vegetables: Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Stir fry garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Combine Everything: Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Beef: Use a tender cut like sirloin, flank steak, or ribeye for best results.
- Vegetables: Feel free to substitute with zucchini, mushrooms, or bok choy.
- Gluten Free: Use tamari or gluten free soy sauce.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.
