Quick Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

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Tender strips of beef stir-fried with crisp snow peas and aromatic ginger create a speedy, flavorful dish perfect for weeknights. This Chinese-inspired Instant Pot recipe (high protein, gluten free option), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs canola oil, flank steak, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp canola oil
12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
2 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
3, minced garlic cloves
8 oz, trimmed snow peas
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2, sliced for garnish green onions
1/4 tsp, optional red chili flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp canola oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: In the same pan, add 2 tbsp freshly grated ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 8 oz trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
Step 5: Return the beef to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and snow peas.
Step 6: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil and sprinkle 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss to combine.
Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.