Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
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250g (9 oz) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 small carrot, julienned
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100g snow peas, trimmed
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce:
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3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
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1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
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A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
To Serve:
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Steamed jasmine rice or noodles
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Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, and the cornstarch slurry. Set aside—this sauce is the heart of your stir fry’s flavor.
Make sure all your vegetables and beef are prepped before you start cooking. Stir-frying is fast-paced, so having everything ready is key.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the beef slices in a single layer and sear for about 2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining oil to the pan. Toss in garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the veggies are crisp-tender.
Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together, cooking for another 2 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce thickens, coating everything beautifully.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.