Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Scallions in Black Bean Sauce

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Tender strips of beef stir-fried with fragrant garlic and scallions, coated in a savory black bean sauce for a rich and satisfying Chinese dish. This chinese-inspired chinese ready in about 25 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 320 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.

★ 4.3 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce in a bowl until evenly coated, then set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp chopped fermented black beans, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned but still tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 3 scallions cut into 2-inch pieces. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp ground white pepper and a splash of 1 tbsp soy sauce. Toss everything for 30 seconds, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic and Scallions in Black Bean Sauce 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 with Garlic and Scallions in Black Bean Sauce?

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 Scallions in Black Bean Sauce?

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 Scallions in Black Bean Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Scallions in Black Bean Sauce?

Chinese chinese 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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