Sesame Ginger Beef Stir Fry
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sesame Ginger Beef Stir Fry, a quick and delicious dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. Tender beef strips are combined with colorful vegetables and coated in a rich sesame ginger sauce, creating a delightful culinary experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and green), chopped
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Slice the beef flank steak into thin strips against the grain. Chop bell peppers and slice carrots into bite-sized pieces. Mince the ginger and garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch mixture until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef strips and cook until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and sauté bell peppers and carrots until tender-crisp (about 5-7 minutes).
- Return beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir until everything is well coated. Simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles; garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg