Beef Stir Fry
A quick and delicious beef stir fry filled with tender beef and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Beef Marinade
- 1 pound beef (flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced Use high-quality cuts for best results.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Adjust to taste for lower sodium option.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch For marinade consistency.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking) Can substitute with olive oil.
For the Stir Fry
- 1 medium onion, sliced Any variety can be used.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor.
- 1 piece ginger, peeled and grated Fresh ginger enhances the taste.
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 units green onions, chopped Use for garnish.
- to taste sesame seeds (for garnish) Adds a nice crunch.
- cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the beef in a bowl by combining beef slices with soy sauce and cornstarch, ensuring the beef is evenly coated. Let sit for about 10 minutes while preparing the vegetables.
Cooking
- Heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add sliced onion, garlic, and grated ginger, stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, broccoli, snap peas, and carrots. Continue stir-frying for another 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the beef to the pan, mixing thoroughly with the vegetables. Cook everything together for another minute to heat through.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving over cooked rice or noodles.
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Notes
You can customize the vegetables based on your preferences. Keep in mind to slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.