Speedy Beef Stir-Fry
Quick and flavorful beef stir-fry with crisp vegetables and a savory sauce.
10 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 green onion, sliced
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Instructions
Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix the sliced flank steak with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat the pan: Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
Cook the beef: Add the marinated beef to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Stir-fry vegetables: In the same pan, add garlic and ginger, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
Combine and thicken: Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the cornstarch slurry and stir well to coat everything. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Chef's Tips
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Prep all ingredients before starting to cook, as stir-frying is fast-paced.
- For extra heat, add a teaspoon of chili paste or red pepper flakes.
- Substitute vegetables with whatever you have on hand, like snap peas or mushrooms.
- Use a high smoke point oil like peanut or canola for best results.
