Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender strips of beef stir-fried with fresh ginger and scallions deliver a simple yet vibrant Asian-inspired entrée ready in minutes. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 18 minutes pairs flank steak, thinly sliced, vegetable oil, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI →

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 4 sliced scallions. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions?

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, thinly sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions?

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 Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions 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 Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions?

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.

Related recipes