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Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Soy Sauce

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Chinese-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Stir-Fry:
  • 1 lb (450 g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ½ cup snap peas or green beans
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions
  • For the Sauce:
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp honey or brown sugar (optional for sweetness)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients : Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin, sesame oil, honey, and cornstarch slurry to make the sauce.
  • Step 2: Cook the Beef : Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the beef and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
  • Step 3: Stir-Fry the Vegetables : In the same pan, add remaining 1 tablespoon of oil. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots and broccoli first, stir-frying for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers, snap peas, and green onions. Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Step 4: Combine Beef and Sauce : Return the beef to the pan. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until beef is cooked through and sauce has thickened.
  • Step 5: Serve : Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or noodles. Garnish with additional sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.