🔥 Easy & Flavorful Beef Stir Fry Recipe – Quick and Delicious!
This beef stir fry recipe is packed with tender slices of beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet stir fry sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is both nutritious and incredibly satisfying. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal!
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok – For high-heat cooking and even stir-frying.
- Sharp knife – To slice beef and vegetables evenly.
- Cutting board – For prepping ingredients.
- Mixing bowls – For marinating beef and mixing sauce.
- Tongs or spatula – To stir and toss ingredients efficiently.
Ingredients
- For the Beef & Marinade:
- 1 lb 450g flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- For the Stir Fry Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce optional for extra sweetness
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch to thicken
- ¼ cup beef broth or water
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger grated
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional for spice
- For the Stir Fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
- 1 bell pepper sliced (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 small onion sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup snap peas or green beans
- ½ cup carrots julienned
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Marinate the Beef
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Add the sliced beef, tossing to coat evenly. Let it marinate for 10-15 minutes while prepping other ingredients.
- Step 2: Make the Stir Fry Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, honey (or brown sugar), cornstarch, beef broth, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Set aside for later.
- Step 3: Stir Fry the Beef
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned.
- Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Step 4: Stir Fry the Vegetables
- Add another 1 tbsp oil to the pan.
- Toss in the bell peppers, onion, broccoli, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Step 5: Combine Everything
- Return the beef to the pan.
- Pour the stir fry sauce over the beef and vegetables.
- Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Step 6: Garnish & Serve
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Notes
Beef Options: Flank steak, sirloin, or ribeye work best. Slice thinly against the grain for tenderness.
Vegetable Variations: Try zucchini, mushrooms, baby corn, or bok choy for variety.
Make it Spicier: Add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Gluten-Free Version: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and a gluten-free oyster sauce.
Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Vegetable Variations: Try zucchini, mushrooms, baby corn, or bok choy for variety.
Make it Spicier: Add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Gluten-Free Version: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and a gluten-free oyster sauce.
Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.