Stir-Fried Medium Rare Beef with Garlic and Scallions

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Quick stir-fried beef cooked to medium rare with fragrant garlic and fresh scallions, perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired middle eastern ready in about 23 minutes pairs flank steak, garlic cloves, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 10 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp soy sauce in a bowl and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the edges turn brown but the center remains medium rare.
  3. Step 3: Push the beef to one side and add 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 sliced scallions to the empty side. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Mix 2 tbsp water and 1 tbsp sesame oil, then pour into the wok to deglaze and create a light sauce. Toss everything together for 1 minute until evenly coated.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Medium Rare Beef with Garlic and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Medium Rare Beef with Garlic and Scallions?

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 Medium Rare Beef with Garlic and Scallions?

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 Medium Rare Beef with Garlic and Scallions 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 Medium Rare Beef with Garlic and Scallions?

Asian middle eastern 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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