Beef and Veggie Stir Fry
Perfectly seared thin slices of beef combined with fresh veggies. The sweet and savory sauce brings everything together nicely.
Equipment
- Wok or wide skillet
- Spatula
- Bowls
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
MEAT
- 1 pound tender cut beef like sirloin or ribeye, cut thinly or thin strips
MARINADE
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes or ground pepper
SAUCE
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
VEGETABLES
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, deseed and thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- splash of water, to cook the veggies
Instructions
- Slice the Beef: Thinly slice the beef, removing excess fat and connective tissues, as these can become tough when cooked. Be sure to cut the meat against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness.
- Create the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, and red chili pepper flakes. Toss the beef slices in the mixture until they are evenly coated. Set aside and let the beef marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Mix Ingredients: In a measuring cup, combine soy sauce, grated garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, honey, Sriracha, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved and all the ingredients are well incorporated to form a smooth sauce.
- Sear the Beef: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef slices and sear them until they are browned on both sides. Once cooked, remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Using the same pan, add the mushrooms and sauté until they become tender. Then, add the carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli, stirring to combine. Add a splash of water, cover the pan, and steam the vegetables until they are tender yet still crisp.
- Combine and Cook: Return the cooked beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir until the sauce thickens and coats the meat and vegetables evenly. Serve the stir fry over steamed rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!