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Garlic Beef Stir Fry
Indulge in this vibrant Garlic Beef Stir Fry, where tender strips of beef are tossed with an array of crisp vegetables and enveloped in a luscious garlic sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare but bursts with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or casual entertaining. The use of fresh ingredients and bold flavors reflects the essence of Asian cuisine, where stir-frying is a traditional cooking method that preserves the nutrients and vibrant colors of the ingredients.
Ingredients
- Beef sirloin
- 1 pound, sliced thinly against the grain
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon
- Garlic
- 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger
- 1 tablespoon, grated
- Soy sauce
- 1/4 cup
- Oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons
- Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon
- Water
- 2 tablespoons
- Broccoli florets
- 2 cups
- Bell peppers
- 1 cup, sliced (any color)
- Carrots
- 1 cup, julienned
- Green onions
- 2, sliced for garnish
- Salt and pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the savory sauce.
- In another bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
- Add the sliced beef to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets, bell peppers, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender and vibrant in color.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet, then pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce has thickened and coats the beef and vegetables evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Tips
- For a spicier kick, add sliced chilies or a dash of chili sauce to the stir-fry.
- Feel free to substitute the vegetables with your favorites, such as snap peas, mushrooms, or bok choy.
- Marinate the beef in a bit of soy sauce and cornstarch for 15-30 minutes before cooking for added tenderness.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 18g Carbs: 15g Protein: 30g Sodium: 800mg Sugar: 3g
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