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Colorful beef and vegetable stir fry in a wok, featuring sliced beef, bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots with a glossy sauce

Easy Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry

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Discover how to make a quick, flavorful beef stir fry in just 30 minutes with this easy beef and vegetable stir fry recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines tender beef strips with crisp vegetables in a savory sauce for a healthy, satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or flank steak work well)
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Cooking oil (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain. Toss with 1 teaspoon soy sauce and cornstarch to coat. Set aside.
  2. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of oil. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes until browned. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Return vegetables to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Mix well.
  5. Combine water with cornstarch and pour into the pan, stirring until the sauce coats everything evenly. Cook for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

Notes

  • Use thinly sliced chicken or tofu as substitutes for beef.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or cabbage.
  • Serve immediately over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Dairy-Free, Vegetarian (if using tofu), Nut-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg