Soy-Glazed Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli and Snow Peas

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Tender beef strips and crisp vegetables coated in a savory soy glaze, served over steamed rice for a satisfying weeknight meal. This Chinese-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs flank steak, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 175 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: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 175 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tbsp sesame oil; marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but not fully cooked; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup snow peas, and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return beef to the skillet, then add 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Stir to combine.
  5. Step 5: Stir the cornstarch mixture (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water) and pour into the skillet; cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats vegetables and beef.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Glazed Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (25 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 Soy-Glazed Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli 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 flank steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Glazed Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli 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 Soy-Glazed Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli 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 Soy-Glazed Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli and Snow Peas?

Chinese stir fry 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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