Description
This Best Beef Stir Fry Recipe features tender strips of beef quickly cooked with vibrant vegetables in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. Perfect for a fast and healthy dinner, this stir fry combines soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for an authentic Asian-inspired flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights and can be served over steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Beef and Marinade
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Other
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: In a medium bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Toss well and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes to tenderize and absorb the flavors.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and beef broth. Set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove vegetables from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Add the marinated beef in a single layer, searing for about 2-3 minutes without stirring to get a nice brown color. Stir and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until beef is nearly cooked through.
- Combine and Finish: Return vegetables to the skillet with the beef. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat all ingredients. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and beef is fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove from heat, stir in green onions, and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a delicious, wholesome meal.
Notes
- Be sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- You can substitute beef with chicken, pork, or tofu for variations.
- For a spicier dish, add crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili garlic sauce.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat quickly in a skillet.
