A beef stir-fry is a quick and easy meal that can be on the table in under 30 minutes. It is perfect for busy weeknights or when you need to get a meal on the table in a hurry. This beef stir-fry is packed with flavor and is sure to please the whole family. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef flank steak, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Method
In a large skillet or wok, heat the oil over high heat. Add the beef and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until browned. Add the onion, red pepper, and garlic and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Potential changes & improvements
If you are looking for a healthier version of this recipe, you could swap out the beef for chicken or tofu. You could also add in some additional vegetables, such as broccoli or carrots. For a spicy version, you could add in some chili flakes or use a hot chili sauce in place of the hoisin sauce.
What other food it works well with
This beef stir-fry is delicious served over rice or noodles. It would also be good with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake when making a stir-fry is overcrowding the pan. This will cause the vegetables to steam instead of getting crispy. Another mistake is not prepping all of your ingredients before you start cooking. This recipe moves quickly, so you will want everything chopped and ready to go before you start cooking.
Nutritional Information
Serving size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 350
Fat: 20 g
Saturated fat: 6 g
Unsaturated fat: 11 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Sugar: 7 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg
Sodium: 520 mg
Allergens
This recipe contains soy, wheat, and sesame.