Heavy-on-the-Veggies Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 12 ounces top sirloin
trimmed of excess fat and thinly sliced against the grain 1 tablespoon cornstarch, see Recipe Notes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
see Recipe Notes
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- stir fry vegetables ½ small head broccoli
cut into small bite-sized florets, see Recipe Notes
- 1 large carrot
peeled as desired and sliced into ⅛-inch thick strips, ~3.5 oz or ~1 cup sliced
- 1 small red onion
thinly sliced, ~3.5 oz or ~1.5 cups sliced
- ½ large red bell pepper
chopped into 1-inch pieces, ~3.5 oz or ~1 cup sliced
- 3-4 mushrooms
trimmed and thinly sliced, white button or cremini/baby bella
- ½ small napa cabbage
chopped into 1-inch pieces, ~4.5 oz or ~2 cups chopped
- large handful snow peas
ends trimmed as desired, ~2.5 oz or ~¾ cup
- 4 teaspoons grapeseed oil or high smoke point vegetable oil of choice
- kosher salt and white pepper
to season
- for serving
as desired: cooked white rice or grain of choice, thinly sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, etc.
- ¾ cup beef stock
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
can sub regular brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
divided
- 2 cloves garlic
finely chopped or grated
Directions
- 1
Add thinly sliced top sirloin, cornstarch, soy sauce, and rice wine to a medium bowl. Season with white pepper. Stir to combine, coating the beef thoroughly and evenly. Set aside to rest at room temperature while you prepare the rest of the ingredients. This is a great time to prepare all of the stir fry vegetables, chopping and slicing everything as indicated in the Ingredients List, above.
- 2
Add the beef stock cornstarch, dark brown sugar, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of the sesame oil to a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake to combine well. Set aside. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil to a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly browned, 30 seconds – 1 minute. Stir in the beef stock mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- 3
Meanwhile, as the stir fry sauce thickens, begin the stir fry. Add 1 teaspoon of the grapeseed oil to a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot and shimmering, add the carrots and broccoli. Lightly season with a small pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, until vibrantly colored and softened slightly, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a large plate or bowl and set aside. Add another 1 teaspoon of oil to the wok or skillet and return to medium-high heat. Once hot and shimmering, add the sliced red onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, cabbage, and snow peas. Lightly season with a small pinch of salt and cook, stirring often, until softened slightly, about 3 minutes. Transfer to the same large plate or bowl as the broccoli and carrots and set aside.
- 4
Add the remaining 2 teaspoon of oil to the wok or skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Once hot and shimmering, add the marinated beef from Step 1. Shake the pan to separate the slices of beef for even browning. Cook, tossing and stirring occasionally, just until browned. While stirring, pour the prepared stir fry sauce from Step 2 into the skillet. Add the stir fried vegetables back into the skillet. Cook 1-2 minutes longer, tossing and stirring frequently to bring the beef and vegetable stir fry together. Remove from the heat.
- 5
immediately, spooning the beef and vegetable stir fry over rice or grain of choice. Finish with thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds as desired. Enjoy!
Heavy-on-the-Veggies Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry
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About this Recipe
Craving a satisfying dinner that's quick, easy, and bursting with flavor? This Heavy-on-the-Veggies Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry is the ultimate weeknight hero, reminiscent of comforting home cooking and rivaling your favorite takeout. This beloved family recipe delivers authentic taste with minimal effort. What sets this stir fry apart is its perfect balance of tender steak and an exceptionally generous medley of colorful vegetables, all coated in a flavorful homemade sauce from simple pantry staples. It brings together the ease and speed you need for busy weeknights with the satisfying taste of a cherished family recipe. Prepare for a symphony of textures and tastes. You'll experience perfectly tender slices of top sirloin alongside a vibrant array of crisp-tender broccoli, carrots, red onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, napa cabbage, and snow peas. Each bite is coated in a rich, savory sauce that brings an "outrageous flavor," making for a truly well-balanced and deeply satisfying meal. This stir fry is wonderfully flexible! Feel free to swap in your all-time favorite veggies or use whatever you have on hand. Consider adding green beans, bok choy, or bamboo shoots for variety. You can also adjust the heat level with a pinch of red pepper flakes in the sauce if you like a little kick. Serve this flavorful beef and vegetable stir fry over fluffy white rice or your favorite grain for a complete meal. A sprinkle of thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds adds a fresh finish, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or even entertaining friends.