This flavorful beef stir-fry recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Tender beef slices are marinated in a flavorful sauce, stir-fried with colorful vegetables, and served over steamed rice. The combination of savory beef, crispy vegetables, and fragrant aromatics creates a delicious and satisfying meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this stir-fry is a delicious way to get your daily serving of protein and veggies. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet impressive recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef (flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and cornstarch. Add the sliced beef and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced onion, bell peppers, snow peas, broccoli, and mushrooms to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Return the beef to the skillet and toss to combine with the vegetables. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for another 2 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the flavors are well combined.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve the flavorful beef stir-fry over cooked rice.
Interesting Facts
Stir-frying is a cooking technique that originated in China and has become popular worldwide for its quick and healthy way of cooking.
Beef stir-fry is a versatile dish that can be customized with your favorite vegetables, making it a great way to use up leftovers or include seasonal produce.
Marinating the beef helps tenderize it and infuses it with flavor, creating a more delicious result.
This recipe can easily be made gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce and hoisin sauce.