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Easy Beef Stir-Fry Recipe

This easy beef stir-fry recipe is a quick and flavorful dinner idea! Packed with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce, it's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: chicken stirfry easy recipe, easy homemade recipes, easy recipes for dinner, easy recipes with ground beef, healthy and easy recipes, quick and easy stir-fry recipes, quick dinner recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Clara

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
  5. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return beef to the pan, then add beef broth, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
  7. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
  8. Serve hot over cooked rice and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, add a splash of soy sauce or a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving. Adjust the spice level to your preference.