Stir-Fried Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Jasmine Rice

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Tender strips of beef stir-fried with fragrant lemongrass and garlic, served over fluffy jasmine rice for a vibrant Vietnamese-inspired meal. This Vietnamese-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs sirloin steak, lemongrass stalks, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 3 Vietnamese cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear, then combine with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover, reduce to low, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  2. Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 finely minced lemongrass stalks (white part only) and 4 minced garlic cloves to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 12 oz thinly sliced sirloin steak to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef.
  6. Step 6: Serve the lemongrass beef hot over the freshly cooked jasmine rice for a fragrant and satisfying meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Jasmine Rice take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Jasmine Rice?

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 sirloin steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Jasmine Rice?

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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Jasmine Rice 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 Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef with Jasmine Rice?

Vietnamese beef 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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