Easy Beef Stir Fry
This comforting and nutritious beef stir fry is the perfect solution for a busy weeknight meal. Featuring tender slices of seared beef and a medley of crisp, fresh vegetables, this dish is coated in a savory, aromatic sauce that tastes even better than takeout. It comes together quickly, providing a warm, restaurant-quality dinner that the whole family will love and find deeply satisfying after a long, hectic day.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Dairy-Free
Ingredients
1 pound flank steak, skirt steak, or top sirloin, cut against the grain
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons chicken or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (alcohol-free substitute for rice wine vinegar)
2 teaspoons honey or brown sugar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, sliced
1 small red bell pepper, sliced
1 carrot, sliced thinly
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
2 scallions, sliced
Instructions
In a medium bowl, toss the beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch; let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Whisk the sauce ingredients including 4 tablespoons soy sauce, broth, vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in a small bowl.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat; sear the beef in two batches until browned and set aside.
Add the remaining oil to the pan and sauté onions, bell pepper, and carrots for 3 minutes.
Toss in the broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes.
Return the beef and juices to the pan, pour the sauce over the mixture, and stir-fry for 2 minutes until thickened and glossy.
Garnish with fresh scallions and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure you slice the beef against the grain to maximize tenderness. Using a very hot pan is crucial for achieving the characteristic stir-fry ‘sear’ and keeping the vegetables crisp.
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