Description
Tender strips of flank steak quickly seared and tossed with crisp vegetables in a savory-sweet teriyaki sauce. This Asian-inspired stir-fry is a perfect quick and flavorful dinner option that pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Beef and Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (divided)
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
Aromatics and Oils
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Toss the thinly sliced flank steak with cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to lightly marinate and coat the beef, which helps with browning and thickening the sauce later.
- Heat the pan: Place a wok or large skillet over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking to ensure a good sear.
- Sear the steak: Add the steak slices in a single layer to the hot pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the meat to brown on one side. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the sliced red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrot slices to the pan. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp, maintaining a nice texture.
- Combine and finish: Return the steak to the pan with the vegetables. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions on top as a fresh garnish. Serve immediately over rice or noodles for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain high heat for proper searing; cook in batches if necessary.
- For added variety and nutrition, consider including snap peas or mushrooms along with the vegetables.
- Serve the stir-fry immediately to enjoy the crisp-tender texture of the vegetables and juicy steak.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
