Ginger-Scallion Beef Stir Fry with Sesame and Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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A quick and flavorful beef stir fry featuring tender strips of beef cooked with fresh ginger, scallions, toasted sesame, and a hint of chili heat. This Asian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs flank steak, vegetable oil, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
4 stalks, sliced into 2-inch pieces scallions
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch and 2 tbsp water until evenly coated; set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic but not burnt.
Step 4: Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through.
Step 5: Stir in 4 sliced scallion stalks, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes; cook for another 1-2 minutes until scallions soften and sauce thickens slightly.
Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.