Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Sesame
Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with colorful vegetables and fragrant ginger, finished with a toasted sesame oil drizzle. This asian-inspired whole30 (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs broccoli florets, medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper, large, julienned carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1 large, julienned carrot
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the pan. Stir-fry 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large julienned carrot for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the vegetables and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return beef to the pan, add 3 tbsp coconut aminos and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce lightly coats all ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tsp toasted sesame oil over the stir-fry before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Sesame?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Sesame?
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 Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Sesame 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.
Is Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Sesame whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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