Paper-Thin Sliced Beef with Ginger and Scallions

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Delicate beef slices cooked to perfection in a savory soy-ginger glaze, finished with fresh scallions for a classic Chinese stir-fry. This Asian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Beef tenderloin, Fresh ginger, Green onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 12 oz beef tenderloin into paper-thin slices (1/16 inch thick) against the grain using a sharp knife. Place in a bowl and add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp cornstarch. Toss to coat and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp minced ginger and stir for 10 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just cooked through and no longer pink.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 sliced green onions and stir for 30 seconds until slightly wilted. Serve immediately.

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