Description
This Quick Beef Stir-Fry is a flavorful and vibrant Asian-inspired dish featuring tender flank steak and crisp vegetables cooked in a savory sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner that combines healthy ingredients with bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Marinade
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
Oils and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a medium bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak with cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce until the beef is evenly coated. This helps tenderize the meat and creates a nice crust when cooked.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pan. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant, which will infuse the oil and form the aromatic base for the dish.
- Cook the Vegetables: Add the sliced red bell pepper, broccoli florets, carrot slices, and sliced onion to the pan. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes until they are crisp-tender, balancing texture and freshness.
- Make and Add Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, beef broth, and black pepper until combined. Return the cooked beef to the pan and pour the sauce over everything. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Finish Cooking: Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and fully coats the beef and vegetables, creating a glossy, flavorful coating.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy your quick and delicious beef stir-fry over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
- You can substitute sirloin or strip steak for flank steak if preferred.
- This stir-fry pairs excellently with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
