Spiced Korean-Style Beef Stir Fry with Sesame and Scallions

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Quick and savory Korean-inspired stir fry featuring tender beef strips coated in a spicy soy-sesame sauce, served over steamed rice. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 23 minutes pairs soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste), brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 8 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 2 tsp sesame oil until sugar dissolves. Add 12 oz thinly sliced sirloin steak and toss to marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated beef slices in a single layer, cooking for 3-4 minutes without stirring to sear, then stir-fry for another 2 minutes until beef is cooked through and sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 sliced green onions and remove from heat. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately over 4 cups cooked white rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Korean-Style Beef Stir Fry with Sesame and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Spiced Korean-Style Beef Stir Fry with Sesame 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Korean-Style Beef Stir Fry with Sesame 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 Spiced Korean-Style Beef Stir Fry with Sesame 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 Spiced Korean-Style Beef Stir Fry with Sesame and Scallions?

Korean 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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