Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Black Pepper on Jasmine Rice
Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with aromatic garlic and cracked black pepper, served over fluffy jasmine rice for a simple savory dish. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs soy sauce, oyster sauce, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 4 cups jasmine rice, cooked
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is browned on the edges and cooked through.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 chopped green onions. Serve immediately over 4 cups cooked jasmine rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Black Pepper on Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 with Garlic and Black Pepper on Jasmine Rice?
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 Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Black Pepper on Jasmine Rice?
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 Black Pepper on Jasmine Rice 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Black Pepper on Jasmine Rice?
Asian stir fry 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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