Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Sesame Seeds

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with crisp snow peas and a bold spicy soy glaze, topped with toasted sesame seeds for crunch. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, hoisin sauce, Sriracha sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp Sriracha, and 1 tsp sesame oil; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender, then remove from wok.
  4. Step 4: In the same wok, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and cook for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Step 6: Return the beef to the wok along with the sauce mixture, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Sesame Seeds 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 Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Sesame Seeds?

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 Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Sesame Seeds?

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 Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Sesame Seeds 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 Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Snow Peas and Sesame Seeds?

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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