Northward Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas
A quick stir-fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp snow peas tossed in a warming spice blend inspired by northern flavors. This Asian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs flank steak, soy sauce, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
- 1 cup, trimmed snow peas
- 2, sliced diagonally scallions
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch until steak is evenly coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- Step 3: Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-high and add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes to the pan. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Add 1 cup snow peas and 2 sliced scallions, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 6: Return the beef to the pan, drizzle with 1 tsp sesame oil, and sprinkle 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through and coated in the sauce.
- Step 7: Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Northward Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Northward Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas?
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 flank steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Northward Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas?
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 Northward Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Northward Spiced Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas?
Asian 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.
