Beef and Vegemite Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Ginger
A savory beef stir-fry featuring the distinctive umami of Vegemite, crisp snow peas, and fresh ginger. This australian-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs sirloin beef strips, vegetable oil, minced fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin beef strips
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup trimmed snow peas
- 1 medium sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium julienned carrot
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Vegemite
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb sirloin beef strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup snow peas, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return the beef to the wok. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Vegemite, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir-fry. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef and Vegemite Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beef and Vegemite Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Ginger?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sirloin beef strips from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef and Vegemite Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Ginger?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beef and Vegemite Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Ginger for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beef and Vegemite Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Ginger?
Australian stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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