Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Asian Greens

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Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with garlic and crisp Asian greens in a savory sauce. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 18 minutes pairs thinly sliced beef sirloin, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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: 8 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 300 g thinly sliced beef sirloin to the wok, spreading it out and letting it sear for 1 minute before stirring; cook for 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned but still tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil, tossing to coat the beef evenly.
  4. Step 4: Add 200 g halved baby bok choy and 2 sliced spring onions, stir-frying for 2 minutes until the greens are just wilted but still crisp.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, give one last toss, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Asian Greens take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Asian Greens?

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 thinly sliced beef sirloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Asian Greens?

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 with Garlic and Asian Greens for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Asian Greens?

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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