Craving a quick, mouthwatering Asian-inspired dish that will transport your taste buds straight to culinary heaven? Look no further than this sensational Stir Fried Beef with Asparagus recipe! In less time than it takes to order takeout, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's bursting with flavor, tender beef, and crisp asparagus. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary enthusiast, this recipe promises to elevate your dinner game with its perfect balance of savory soy sauce, aromatic garlic, and nutty sesame seeds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced
- 2 cups asparagus, cut into pieces
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces and mince the garlic cloves.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and sesame oil. This will be your marinade for the beef.
- Place the sliced beef in a medium bowl and pour the soy sauce mixture over it. Toss to ensure all the beef is well coated. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; you may need to do this in batches. Stir-fry the beef for about 2-3 minutes until it is browned and just cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. You want them to retain some crunch.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the asparagus. Toss everything together and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
- Once everything is heated through, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir-fried beef and asparagus for added texture and flavor.
- Serve the stir-fried beef with asparagus hot, either on its own or with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Tips
- Slice your beef against the grain and as thinly as possible to ensure maximum tenderness.
- Use a wok or large skillet with high heat to achieve that authentic stir-fry sear and prevent soggy vegetables.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking beef - cook in batches if necessary to get a perfect brown crust.
- Keep your asparagus crisp-tender by stir-frying quickly and not overcooking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of rice wine or a pinch of red pepper flakes to customize the dish.
- Let the beef marinate for at least 10 minutes to enhance its flavor and tenderness.
- Garnish with fresh green onions or additional sesame seeds for an extra layer of texture and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 60mg