Vietnamese-Inspired Lemongrass Beef Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

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A fragrant Vietnamese-style stir-fry featuring lemongrass and tender strips of beef, perfect for a quick and savory meal. This Vietnamese-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, lemongrass stalks, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Vietnamese cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin
2 finely minced lemongrass stalks
3 minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tsp brown sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
2 sliced green onions
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
for serving lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz thinly sliced beef sirloin, 2 minced lemongrass stalks, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef mixture and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until beef is browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp red chili flakes over the beef and toss with 2 sliced green onions. Cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.