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Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

Flavor-Packed Ginger Beef Stir-Fry for Quick Weeknight Dinners

This Ginger Beef Stir-Fry combines seared beef with vegetables in a spicy-sweet sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Sichuan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Marinade
  • 1 lb Flank Steak can substitute skirt steak or chuck roast
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 tbsp Ginger (finely grated)
  • 2 tbsp Peanut Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Broth chicken, beef, or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine can use dry sherry
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp Chinkiang Vinegar can substitute with rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder can reduce or omit
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Pepper Flakes adjust based on heat preference
  • 3 stalks Green Onions chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic sliced
  • 1 large Bell Pepper
  • 2 cups Baby Bok Choy

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the beaten egg, sliced flank steak, finely grated ginger, peanut oil, and a pinch of salt. Cover with plastic wrap and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the broth, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sugar, cumin powder, and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of peanut oil. Coat the marinated beef with cornstarch and cook in a single layer for 2-3 minutes. Flip and sear for another 1-2 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped green onions, ginger slices, and minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add the bell pepper and baby bok choy, stirring quickly for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in the prepared sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens. Return the beef to the skillet and mix well.
  6. Serve hot over steamed rice or rice noodles. Garnish with roasted sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Slice the beef against the grain for tenderness and consider prep ahead to streamline cooking. Customize with seasonal vegetables.

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