Description
This quick and flavorful Beef Stir Fry is perfect for a fast weeknight dinner, combining tender beef with vibrant mixed vegetables in a savory soy-ginger sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it delivers a deliciously balanced meal that can be served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef
- 1 lb beef, sliced thin
Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
Sauce & Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Aromatics & Oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and 1 tablespoon minced ginger to the hot oil; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Beef: Add the thinly sliced 1 lb beef to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Introduce 2 cups of mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots) to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Prepare and Add Sauce: Mix 3 tablespoons soy sauce with 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth, then pour the mixture into the pan. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve the beef stir fry hot over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute beef with chicken or tofu for variation.
- Use any fresh or frozen vegetables you prefer or have on hand.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity for salt preference or use low-sodium soy sauce.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds or drizzle sesame oil before serving.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispness of vegetables.
