Description
A quick and flavorful Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry featuring tender sirloin beef and crisp bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots tossed in a savory ginger garlic soy sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
Marinade & Sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Cooking Oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips to ensure tenderness. Chop the bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrots into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and easy eating.
- Marinate Beef: In a bowl, combine the beef strips with soy sauce, oyster sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat the beef evenly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderize the meat.
- Heat the Wok: Place a wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Allow the oil to get hot but not smoking to prepare for stir-frying.
- Sear the Beef: Add the marinated beef to the wok and sear for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the beef is browned but still slightly undercooked. This step locks in juices and flavor.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, broccoli florets, and carrots to the wok. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3 to 5 minutes until they become vibrant in color and remain crisp-tender, preserving their texture and nutrients.
- Combine and Finish: Pour the remaining marinade from the beef over the stir-fry. Toss everything together thoroughly and continue to cook for an additional minute to heat through and allow the sauce to thicken and coat all ingredients evenly.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly against the grain for the most tender texture.
- Adjust cooking time for vegetables based on your preferred level of crispness.
- Oyster sauce can be omitted to make the dish vegetarian-friendly by substituting mushrooms or additional soy sauce (note: would require beef substitution as well).
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt levels.
