Sautéed Third-Cut Beef Strips with Sauce
Tenderly sautéed beef strips cut into thirds, simmered in a rich sauce made from three-quarters beef broth, creating a deeply flavorful, quick-cooked main course. This asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs beef sirloin, sliced into 3-inch strips, canola oil, yellow onion, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 3, 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 beef sirloin, sliced into 3-inch strips
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 3/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb beef sirloin sliced into 3-inch strips and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned but not fully cooked.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 8 oz sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until the onions soften and mushrooms release their moisture.
- Step 3: Stir together 3/4 cup beef broth and 2 tbsp soy sauce in a bowl, then pour into the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until smooth, then add to the skillet. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables, about 2 minutes.
- Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Third-Cut Beef Strips with Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Third-Cut Beef Strips with Sauce?
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 canola oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Third-Cut Beef Strips with Sauce?
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 Third-Cut Beef Strips with Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Third-Cut Beef Strips with Sauce?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved the three-quarter sauce twist! Made it for a backyard gathering and got constant requests for the recipe.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for my 4th of July cookout! The sauce had great depth and the beef was tender without drying out.
- ★★★★☆
Slightly bland for my taste, but the third-cut strips cooked beautifully. Took 15 minutes longer than estimated.
