High-Protein Spicy Korean Beef Stir Fry with Scallions

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A quick and spicy Korean-inspired beef stir fry packed with protein and bright scallions, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. This Korean-inspired high-protein recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs flank steak, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 20 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger until smooth. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 sliced scallions and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until scallions are slightly softened but still vibrant.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir fry and toss to combine. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

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