Stir-Fried Beef and Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger

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Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with crisp snow peas, garlic, and ginger in a savory sauce, perfect served over steamed rice. This chinese-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs flank steak, thinly sliced, snow peas, trimmed, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce until evenly coated. Let marinate 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the pan, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 cups trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Return beef to the pan along with 2 tbsp water, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until beef is cooked through and sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 sliced scallions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef and Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger?

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, thinly sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef and Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger?

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 Stir-Fried Beef and Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger 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.

Is Stir-Fried Beef and Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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