Name: Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain; 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred); 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips; 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 medium carrot, julienned; 1 small onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, finely grated; ¼ cup beef broth; 3 tbsp oyster sauce; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tsp rice vinegar; ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

This 20-minute beef stir fry is what takeout dreams are made of – but better because you made it yourself (and can eat it in your pajamas).

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp baking soda
1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
2 cups broccoli florets
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece ginger, finely grated
¼ cup beef broth
3 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp rice vinegar
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Slice beef against the grain into thin strips. Combine with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and baking soda in a bowl. Mix well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While beef marinates, cut all vegetables into uniform pieces. In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes until cornstarch is completely dissolved.
Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat. Add marinated beef in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Sear for 1 minute undisturbed, then stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
In the same pan, add remaining oil. Add onions and cook for 30 seconds, then add garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots and broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Return beef to the pan with any accumulated juices. Stir sauce mixture and pour into the center of the pan. Let bubble for 30 seconds, then toss everything together until coated with the thickened sauce. Cook for another minute until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.