One-Pot Spicy Korean Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

A bold and spicy stir fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp vegetables in a savory gochujang sauce, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs sirloin 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 390 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 sirloin steak
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 4 cloves minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, sliced thin red bell pepper
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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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, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced sirloin steak to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef strips, spreading them out to sear. Cook for 3-4 minutes without stirring until edges start to brown.
4. Step 4: Add 1 large julienned carrot and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry together for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and beef is cooked through.
5. Step 5: Toss in 3 sliced green onions and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Stir for 1 minute to combine and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.