Description
This easy beef stir fry is loaded with tender flank steak, fresh veggies, and a sweet-savory ginger garlic sauce—served hot over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup snap peas
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup beef broth
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 green onions, sliced
Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
Marinate Beef:
In a bowl, combine sliced flank steak with soy sauce and cornstarch. Mix well and let sit for 15 minutes.
Sear Beef:
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
Stir-Fry Vegetables:
In the same pan, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Add Aromatics:
Stir in minced garlic and ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Sauce & Finish:
Return beef to the skillet. In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour over the stir fry. Stir to coat and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until sauce slightly thickens.
Garnish & Serve:
Remove from heat, top with sliced green onions, and serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
Make it Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños during stir-frying.
Protein Swap: Try chicken breast, shrimp, or tofu instead of beef.
Vegetable Variations: Add mushrooms, baby corn, or bok choy.
Gluten-Free: Use tamari in place of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
