Sautéed Ginger Beef with Scallions and Sesame

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Thinly sliced beef stir-fried with fresh ginger and scallions, tossed in a savory sesame sauce, a popular quick meal among beef lovers. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 20 minutes pairs fresh ginger, minced, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp cornstarch in a bowl until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring until browned on one side, then stir and cook another 2 minutes until just cooked through. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, then stir in 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 4 sliced scallions. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return the beef to the skillet. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef and scallions. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Ginger Beef with Scallions and Sesame 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 Sautéed Ginger Beef with Scallions and Sesame?

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 fresh ginger, minced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Ginger Beef with Scallions and Sesame?

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 Sautéed Ginger Beef with Scallions and Sesame 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 Sautéed Ginger Beef with Scallions and Sesame?

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.

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