Stir-Fried Beef with Shiso and Ginger Soy Sauce

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Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with fragrant fresh shiso leaves and julienned ginger in a savory soy sauce base for a vibrant Japanese-inspired entrée. This japanese ready in about 20 minutes pairs beef sirloin, fresh shiso leaves, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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: 10 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering and hot.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp julienned fresh ginger to the pan and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 10 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is just browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, tossing to coat the beef evenly and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Turn off the heat and immediately add 8 chopped fresh shiso leaves and 1 tsp sesame oil, folding them gently into the beef to release their aroma without overcooking.
  6. Step 6: Serve the stir-fried beef hot with steamed rice or your preferred side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Shiso and Ginger Soy Sauce 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 Shiso and Ginger Soy 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 beef sirloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef with Shiso and Ginger Soy 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 Shiso and Ginger Soy Sauce 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 Shiso and Ginger Soy Sauce?

Japanese japanese 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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