Charred Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry
Quick stir-fried beef strips tossed with a savory sesame-ginger sauce and crisp vegetables for a fast, flavorful meal. This asian-inspired super bowl (high protein) ready in about 20 minutes pairs sesame oil, fresh ginger, minced, garlic cloves, minced 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 flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and slightly charred on edges; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Lower heat to medium-high, then add 2 tsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Toss in 1 medium sliced red bell pepper and 1 cup snap peas; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return beef to the wok and pour 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar over. Stir everything together for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Charred Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Charred Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry?
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 sesame oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Charred Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry?
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 Charred Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry 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 Charred Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick and easy for game day! The charred edges were amazing.
- ★★★★★
Loved the balance of sesame and ginger! Made it for my family and they loved it.
- ★★★★☆
Great recipe, took a bit longer than expected because I was cooking for a crowd, but worth it.
