Ginger-Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Scallion Rice

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Tender strips of beef stir-fried with fragrant ginger and garlic, served on a bed of fluffy scallion-infused rice for a simple and satisfying Asian-inspired dish. This asian fusion-inspired beef ready in about 40 minutes pairs soy sauce, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice under cold water until clear, then drain. Combine rice with 2 cups water in a pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 4 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until beef is browned but still tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Cook for another 2 minutes until sauce slightly thickens and coats the beef.
  5. Step 5: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in 4 chopped scallions. Serve the beef stir fry over the scallion rice immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Ginger-Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Scallion Rice take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Ginger-Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Scallion Rice?

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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Scallion Rice?

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 Ginger-Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Scallion Rice 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 Ginger-Garlic Beef Stir Fry with Scallion Rice?

Asian Fusion beef 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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