Cross-Border Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

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A vibrant stir-fry combining tender beef strips with aromatic sesame oil and fresh scallions, inspired by efficient cross-border flavors. This Asian Fusion-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, thinly sliced, sesame oil, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz beef sirloin, thinly sliced
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 stalks scallions, sliced
1 tsp red chili flakes
1 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp water
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 12 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 3 tbsp water until evenly coated, then set aside for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned and slightly crispy on the edges, then remove from the pan.
Step 3: Lower heat to medium and add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Return the beef to the pan along with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp red chili flakes. Stir-fry together for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
Step 5: Add 4 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds, tossing to combine. Cook for another 30 seconds and serve immediately.