Get ready to transform your ordinary weeknight dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure! This Flavorful Beef Stir Fry isn't just a meal—it's a quick, delicious journey through Asian-inspired cuisine that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. With restaurant-quality flavors ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe proves that gourmet cooking can be both simple and incredibly satisfying.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin, sliced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing beef sirloin into thin, uniform strips against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- Wash and chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces, keeping bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots roughly similar in size for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create a marinade for the beef.
- Place beef strips in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb flavors.
- Heat a large wok or heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat until it's smoking hot.
- Add a small amount of additional oil to the pan and quickly stir-fry the marinated beef in batches, ensuring each piece gets a nice golden-brown sear without overcrowding.
- Remove beef and set aside, then quickly stir-fry the mixed vegetables for 2-3 minutes until they're crisp-tender and retain their vibrant colors.
- Return beef to the pan, toss everything together with remaining marinade, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice, garnishing with optional sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Tips
- Slice Beef Like a Pro: Always cut beef against the grain and into thin, uniform strips to ensure maximum tenderness and quick cooking.
- High Heat is Key: Ensure your wok or skillet is smoking hot before adding ingredients. This creates that perfect golden-brown sear and prevents soggy vegetables.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Stir-fry in batches to maintain high heat and allow ingredients to caramelize instead of steam.
- Prep Everything in Advance: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking. Stir-frying moves quickly!
- Keep Vegetables Crisp: Cook vegetables briefly to maintain their vibrant color, crunch, and nutritional value.
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Let beef sit in the marinade for at least 10 minutes to absorb those delicious seasonings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg
