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Quick and Flavorful Beef Stir Fry Recipe 30-Minute Easy Dinner

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A quick and easy beef stir fry that comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory-sweet sauce perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • Optional garnishes: toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 lb flank steak thinly against the grain. Marinate in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and a pinch of black pepper for 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Prepare vegetables: thinly slice red bell pepper, julienne carrot, chop broccoli florets, mince garlic and ginger, and slice green onions.
  4. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Add marinated beef in a single layer; sear 1-2 minutes without stirring, then toss and cook another 1-2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  6. Add more oil if needed; stir fry minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add broccoli, carrot, and bell pepper; stir fry 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  8. Return beef and green onions to pan; pour sauce over ingredients and stir well. Cook 1-2 minutes.
  9. Add cornstarch slurry to thicken sauce; stir until sauce is glossy and coats ingredients.
  10. Remove from heat; garnish with toasted sesame seeds or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking beef to avoid steaming. Marinate beef for juiciness and tender texture. Use a hot pan for best sear. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and oyster sauce with a mushroom-based alternative or omit.

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