Stern-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

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A bold stir fry featuring tender beef strips infused with sharp garlic and fresh scallions, balanced by a savory soy glaze. This Asian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs sirloin beef, 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 3, 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 3 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips sirloin beef
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
4 minced garlic cloves
4 chopped (white and green parts separated) scallions
1 tbsp grated ginger
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced sirloin beef with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss well and set aside for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-high, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, then 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and the white parts of 4 chopped scallions. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Return beef to the wok along with 1/2 tsp red chili flakes and the green parts of scallions. Mix 2 tbsp water with 1 tbsp soy sauce and pour into the wok. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
Step 5: Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.