Stir-Fried Sesame Beef with Ginger and Snow Peas
A quick Asian stir-fry featuring tender beef strips tossed with fresh ginger, crunchy snow peas, and toasted sesame seeds for a flavorful weeknight meal. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups snow peas, trimmed
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-high and add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp 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 2 sliced green onions, cooking for 2-3 minutes until peas are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return the beef to the wok and toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through.
- Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Sesame Beef with Ginger and Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Sesame Beef with Ginger and 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Sesame Beef with Ginger and 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 Sesame Beef with Ginger and Snow Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sesame Beef with Ginger and 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.
