Poki-Inspired Quick Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Chili

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A fast and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender strips of beef, garlic, and chili peppers for a vibrant, spicy dish. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs vegetable oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves, small, thinly sliced red chili peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 2 thinly sliced red chili peppers, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly softened.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak to the wok in a single layer. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is browned and just cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar, tossing continuously to coat the beef evenly and create a glossy sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper and remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Poki-Inspired Quick Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Chili take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Poki-Inspired Quick Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Chili?

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 vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Poki-Inspired Quick Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Chili?

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 Poki-Inspired Quick Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Chili 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 Poki-Inspired Quick Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Chili?

Asian stir fry 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.

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