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Beef Stir Fry Recipes: Quick, Flavorful, and Family-Friendly Meals
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Beef Stir Fry Recipes: Quick, Flavorful, and Family-Friendly Meals

A tender beef and vegetable stir fry with a savory soy-miso glaze, ready in under 30 minutes. Velveting locks in moisture, while bright, aromatic seasonings create a satisfying family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Beef rump steak or flank, 200g
  • Baking soda, 1/2 tsp (or egg white for halal option)
  • Light soy sauce, 2 tbsp
  • Oyster sauce, 1 tbsp
  • Chicken or vegetable broth, 2 tbsp (plus 1 tsp sugar, to substitute for wine)
  • White sugar or maple syrup, 1 tsp
  • Black pepper, 1/2 tsp
  • Toasted sesame oil or olive oil, 1 tsp
  • Cornstarch, 3 tsp
  • Garlic clove, minced
  • Onion (yellow, small), 1/2
  • Red bell pepper, 1/2
  • Carrot, 1 small
  • Cucumber (optional), 3 tbsp, juliened

Method
 

  1. Slice beef thinly across the grain
  2. Toss beef with baking soda (or egg white) and soy sauce; marinate 10 minutes
  3. Heat oil in wok or large pan over high heat
  4. Add garlic, onion, pepper, and carrot; stir-fry 2-3 minutes
  5. Push veggies aside, add beef and cook 2-3 minutes
  6. Add remaining sauce ingredients (substituting broth/sugar for wine), cornstarch slurry, and pepper
  7. Cook until sauce thickens
  8. Stir in cucumber (if using) until just tender
  9. Serve immediately

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days
Freeze uncooked protein marinade separately
Use pre-chopped veggies for faster prep
Adjust sweetness by adding 1 tsp coconut aminos
For gluten-free version: swap soy sauce and cornstarch for tamari and arrowroot
Add 1 tbsp rice vinegar for tangy brightness