Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions and Soy Sauce
Tender strips of beef stir-fried with fresh ginger and scallions in a savory soy sauce glaze. This chinese-inspired chinese ready in about 20 minutes pairs finely minced fresh ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain beef sirloin
- 1 tbsp, finely minced fresh ginger
- 4 stalks, sliced into 2-inch pieces scallions
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat in a large wok until shimmering. Add the beef slices in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-high and add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the wok. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 2 tbsp water to the wok. Stir and bring the sauce to a simmer, cooking for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 5: Return the beef to the wok along with 4 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Toss everything together and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce coats all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions and 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 Ginger Beef with Scallions and 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 finely minced fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Scallions and 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 Ginger Beef with Scallions and Soy 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 Ginger Beef with Scallions and Soy 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The ginger was fresh and the scallions gave it that perfect Chinese kick.
- ★★★★★
My kids loved the stir-fry, even the picky eater!
- ★★★★☆
Slightly bland for my taste, but still good. Maybe add a pinch of sugar next time.
