Seared Beef Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas

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Quick stir-fried beef slices combined with crisp snow peas and a savory ginger-soy sauce for a bright and satisfying weeknight meal. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs cornstarch, divided 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 2 tbsp soy sauce until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes without stirring until browned on one side.
  3. Step 3: Stir-fry beef for another 1 minute until mostly cooked through, then remove from pan and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-high and add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 cups snow peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  6. Step 6: Return beef to the pan along with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, 2 sliced green onions, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for 1 minute until sauce coats all ingredients and beef is cooked through.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Seared Beef Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Seared Beef Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas?

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 cornstarch from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Seared Beef Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas?

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 Seared Beef Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas 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 Seared Beef Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas?

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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