Sautéed Ginger Scallion Beef with Jasmine Rice
Tender strips of beef quickly sautéed with fresh ginger and scallions, served over fragrant jasmine rice for a simple yet flavorful Asian-inspired meal. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 30 minutes pairs sirloin steak, thinly sliced, fresh ginger, grated, stalks scallions, sliced on bias for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 stalks scallions, sliced on bias
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice with 1 1/2 cups water in a medium pot, bring to a boil, reduce to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced sirloin steak to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté for 2 minutes without stirring to develop a sear, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until browned but still tender.
- Step 4: Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 4 sliced scallions to the skillet. Stir-fry with beef for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef.
- Step 6: Serve the ginger scallion beef hot over the steamed jasmine rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Ginger Scallion Beef with Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Scallion Beef with Jasmine Rice?
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 sirloin steak, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Ginger Scallion Beef with Jasmine Rice?
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 Scallion Beef with Jasmine Rice 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 Scallion Beef with Jasmine Rice?
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.
