Beef Stir Fry
A quick and healthy beef stir fry recipe that saves dinner time and allows you to use any veggies in your fridge.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 1 pound thin-cut sirloin or flank steak Can use stir-fry beef already sliced.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce For marinating the beef.
- 1 teaspoon salt To season the beef.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper To season the beef.
For the Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables Such as bell peppers, broccoli, or any leftover veggies.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced, added towards the end of cooking.
- 1 inch ginger Minced, added with garlic.
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce For the stir-fry sauce.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
- ΒΌ cup water To mix with the sauce.
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil Optional for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar For sweetness at the end of cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips.
- Combine the beef with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and let it marinate for a few minutes.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the marinated beef to the hot skillet and cook until caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the mixed vegetables, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil.
- Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in honey or brown sugar and cook for an additional minute.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan with a tablespoon of water for best results.