Stir-Fried Beef with Seasonal Vegetables

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Quick and flavorful stir-fry of beef and fresh vegetables, ready in 25 minutes. This asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs flank steak, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

★ 4.2 (14 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, and 1 tbsp cornstarch in a bowl. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add 1 cup broccoli florets and 1 cup snap peas, stir-frying for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 sliced medium bell pepper, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 3 minutes until vegetables are bright and fragrant. Push vegetables to the side, add marinated steak, and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Mix everything together and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Seasonal Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Seasonal Vegetables?

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 from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef with Seasonal Vegetables?

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 Seasonal Vegetables 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 Seasonal Vegetables?

Asian asian 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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