Steak Stir Fry with Zucchini Noodles
This dish is a combination of lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sauce making it an ideal choice for a balanced meal.
Equipment
- Spiralizer
- Skillet
- Spatula
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
MAIN COMPONENTS:
- 1 pound sirloin steak, flank, or your preferred cut, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 large zucchinis, spiralized
AROMATICS
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
SAUCE
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar, option
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Instructions
- PREPARE THE SAUCE: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce rice vinegar, honey, brown sugar, grated garlic, grated ginger sesame oil, and red chili pepper flakes. Set aside.
- COOK THE STEAK: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil (vegetable or olive oil). Add the thinly sliced steak to the hot pan. Cook for about a minute per side or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside.
- COOK THE VEGETABLES: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if necessary. Add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Saute for about a minute or until fragrant. Add the broccoli, carrots and celery. Stir-fry for about 4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- COMBINE STEAK AND VEGETABLES: Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir to combine.
- ADD THE SAUCE: Pour the prepared sauce steak and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about a minute.
- PREPARE ZUCCHINI NOODLES: In a separate skillet, add a splash of oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini noodles and cook for about 2 minutes, tossing frequently, until they are just tender but still al dente. Do not overcook them, as they can become mushy.
- SERVE: Divide the zucchini noodles among serving plates. Top with the steak and vegetable stir fry. Garnish with additional red chili pepper flakes or sesame seeds if desired.