Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic-Soy Glaze and Scallions
Quick stir-fried tender beef strips coated in a savory garlic-soy glaze, garnished with fresh scallions for a fragrant finish. This asian fusion-inspired beef ready in about 20 minutes pairs soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, freshly grated ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4, sliced into 2-inch pieces scallions
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth to create the garlic-soy glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until just browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Pour the prepared garlic-soy glaze over the beef, add 4 sliced scallions and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), then stir-fry together for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef evenly.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Garlic-Soy Glaze and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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-Soy Glaze and Scallions?
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-Soy Glaze and Scallions?
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-Soy Glaze and Scallions 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-Soy Glaze and Scallions?
Asian Fusion 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.
