Sautéed Sesame Beef with Garlic and Scallions

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Thin strips of beef sautéed with garlic and scallions, finished with toasted sesame seeds for a fragrant, satisfying stir-fry. This asian fusion-inspired beef ready in about 20 minutes pairs minced garlic cloves, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and spread into a single layer. Sear for 2 minutes without stirring to develop a crust.
  2. Step 2: Stir the beef and cook for another 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium-high and add 2 tbsp sesame oil to the skillet. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 4 sliced scallions, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return beef to the skillet, stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the beef. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Sesame Beef with Garlic and Scallions 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 Sesame Beef with Garlic and 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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.

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

Asian Fusion 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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