Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
This Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful, and nutrient-packed weeknight dinner made with tender beef, crisp veggies, and a savory homemade sauce. It comes together in under 30 minutes and is perfect for busy schedules, meal prep, and healthy eating.
Ingredients
Beef & Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 garlic cloves minced
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 1 carrot julienned
- 1 small onion sliced
- 1 cup snow peas or green beans
Stir Fry Sauce
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 small zucchini sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add the beef slices and mix well. Let it sit for 10–20 minutes.
- Prep the Vegetables:
- Chop your vegetables into similar-sized pieces. Set aside.
- Make the Stir Fry Sauce:
- Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar (or honey), ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add a little oil and sear the beef in batches until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Stir Fry the Vegetables:
- Add broccoli and carrots first. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Then add bell peppers, onions, and snow peas. Stir fry until crisp-tender.
- Combine Everything:
- Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the stir fry sauce. Toss for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything well.
- Serve:
- Enjoy hot over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
Notes
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain for extra tenderness.
- Double the sauce if serving with rice or noodles.
- Feel free to use frozen veggies—just thaw and pat dry before cooking.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 610mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g
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