Beef Stir-Fry Dinner (Printable Recipe Version)
Juicy beef slices and crunchy veggies glazed in a flavorful sauce. A 25-minute meal that’s great for speedy weeknights.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Veggies and Beef
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1 pound of flank or sirloin steak, cut super thin
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2 tbsp of cornstarch
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2 tbsp cooking oil
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1 zucchini, cut into thin slices
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1 red bell pepper, chopped into strips
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1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
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1 yellow bell pepper, cut into slices
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1 small broccoli head, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 tsp grated fresh ginger
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3 green onions, diced
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1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional topping)
→ Sauce Ingredients
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1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium if possible
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1 tbsp sweet honey
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2 tbsp oyster sauce
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1/4 cup beef stock
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1 tsp sesame oil for a toasty kick
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1/2 tsp chili flakes (for a spicy punch, optional)
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1 tsp cornstarch to thicken
# Steps to Make It:
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Thinly slice the beef and coat it in cornstarch. This'll make it tender and crisp when cooked. Let it rest for about 10 minutes while you chop up the veggies.
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In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, honey, beef stock, oyster sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes (if you want heat), and cornstarch. Keep this sauce to the side for later.
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Heat a tablespoon of oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat until hot. Lay the beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Take it out and set it on a plate when done.
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Add another tablespoon of oil into the same pan. Stir in the ginger and garlic briefly, just enough to bring out their smell. Then toss in the bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry everything for about 3 minutes to keep their crunch.
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Put the beef back in the pan, pouring the sauce over it all. Give a few stirs to coat everything well, letting it cook for another minute or two so the sauce thickens just right.
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Pull the pan off the heat and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds on top, if using. Enjoy it freshly served over warm rice or noodles.
# Extra Information:
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To make the sauce thicker, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with water and add it in.
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Go for a low-sodium twist by using reduced-salt soy sauce and skipping oyster sauce.
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It tastes just as good the next day! Reheat it in a skillet with a splash of water so it stays juicy.