Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas
Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with crisp snow peas and a fragrant ginger soy sauce for a speedy Asian-inspired dinner. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs cornstarch, vegetable oil, finely grated fresh ginger 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering; add the beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked, then remove to a plate.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-high, add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the wok; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return the beef to the wok and stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using; cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and peas.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas 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 Snow Peas?
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 cornstarch from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas?
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 Snow Peas 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 Snow Peas?
Asian stir fry 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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