Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas and Chili

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Quick stir-fry of tender beef strips with crisp snow peas, fragrant ginger, and fresh chili for a spicy, cooling dinner with bright flavors. This asian-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 20 minutes pairs trimmed Snow peas, minced Fresh ginger, minced Garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 330 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just browned but still tender. Remove beef from wok and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 small thinly sliced fresh red chili to the hot wok. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return beef to the wok and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss everything together and stir-fry for another 1 minute until sauce coats the beef and vegetables evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas and Chili 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 and Chili?

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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas and Chili?

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 and Chili 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.

Is Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Snow Peas and Chili high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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