Asian Style Ginger Beef Stir-Fry (Printable Version)

Tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a vibrant ginger-soy sauce make this Asian-inspired stir-fry quick and satisfying.

# Components:

→ Beef

01 - 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon rice wine
05 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Sauce

06 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
09 - 2 tablespoons water
10 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

12 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
13 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
15 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
16 - 5 ounces snow peas, trimmed
17 - 3 spring onions, sliced
18 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
19 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and julienned

→ Garnish

20 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
21 - Fresh coriander leaves (optional)

# Preparation steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, rice wine, and sesame oil. Ensure it is well coated and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, water, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just browned. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
04 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the hot wok. Add the julienned ginger and minced garlic. Stir-fry for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add the sliced bell peppers, julienned carrot, and trimmed snow peas to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
06 - Return the seared beef to the wok. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Toss everything together for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly coat the beef and vegetables.
07 - Stir in the sliced spring onions. Remove from heat. Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh coriander leaves, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses everyday ingredients available at most supermarkets
  • Versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables
  • Perfect balance of savory umami flavors
02 -
  • Slicing beef against the grain is essential for tenderness
  • This recipe freezes beautifully for up to 3 months
  • The stir fry sauce works equally well with chicken pork or tofu
  • High heat is crucial for authentic stir fry texture
03 -
  • Always prepare all ingredients before heating your wok once cooking begins the process moves too quickly for measuring or chopping. The French call this mise en place having everything in place and it's essential for successful stir frying. I arrange my ingredients in small bowls in order of use so I can focus entirely on the cooking process once that wok heats up. Trust me this simple preparation step transforms the stir fry experience from stressful to joyful.

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