Sesame-Glazed Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

Name: Sesame-Glazed Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 8 ounces flank steak; 2 cups shredded cabbage; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1 tablespoon tamari; 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

A quick, savory stir-fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp cabbage in a rich sesame-tamari glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Beef

Prep: 12 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 ounces flank steak
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tablespoon tamari
1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 8 ounces flank steak, thinly sliced, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked; remove and set aside.
Step 2: Add remaining 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil to skillet, then add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 2 cups shredded cabbage and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until edges begin to golden and cabbage softens.
Step 4: Return 8 ounces beef to skillet, add 1 tablespoon tamari, 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.