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Ginger beef stir fry served with vegetables
Simple and tasty Asian-style beef stir-fry

15-Minute Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
The essence of wok cooking is 'Wok Hei' (breath of the wok): that smoky, seared flavor created by high heat. This recipe contrasts the heat of fresh ginger with savory beef. Preparation is key: have everything chopped and ready (mise en place) before the heat goes on, as cooking happens in seconds.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 420 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Small bowls for prep
  • Sharp knife

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Whisk soy sauce, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.

Tip: This slurry will create the glossy sauce coating. Starch gelatinizes with heat.
2 ✓

Heat wok until smoking. Add sesame oil and beef. Sear, tossing, for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove beef.

Tip: Overcrowding lowers heat, causing meat to boil in juice. Cook in batches if needed.
3 ✓

In the hot wok, toss ginger and garlic for 30 seconds, then add veggies (carrot, pepper, onion). Stir-fry 3-4 minutes.

Tip: Stir-fry means veggies stay 'al dente' (crisp-tender), not mushy.
4 ✓

Return beef to the wok. Re-whisk the sauce mixture and pour over everything.

Tip: The sauce will thicken instantly in the hot pan.
5 ✓

Toss to coat well for 1 minute. Serve immediately garnished with cilantro.

Tip: Serve now! Residual heat continues to soften the vegetables.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the meat tough?
You either cut it too thick or overcooked it. Always cut beef against the grain into thin strips and sear for only 2-3 minutes!
No wok?
A large, heavy skillet works fine. Just don't overcrowd the pan; cook meat in batches.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Beef (Flank Steak or Sirloin, sliced thinly against grain)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated or julienned)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (crushed)
  • 2 whole Carrots (julienned)
  • 1 whole Bell Pepper (sliced)
  • 1 small Onion (sliced)
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 pinch Salt and Pepper