Korean Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame Rice
A savory, spice-laden stir-fry with tender beef and crisp vegetables, served over fragrant sesame rice. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 45 minutes pairs thinly sliced beef sirloin, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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, thinly sliced beef sirloin
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2, julienned bell peppers
- 1 head, cut into florets broccoli
- 2 cups sesame rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp sesame oil and swirl to coat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned but not fully cooked.
- Step 3: Add 2 julienned bell peppers and 1 head broccoli florets. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Pour the soy sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to coat the beef and vegetables. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Serve the stir-fry over 2 cups sesame rice, garnished with additional sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Korean Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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 Korean Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame 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 thinly sliced beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Korean Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame 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 Korean Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame 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 Korean Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame Rice?
Korean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
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Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
