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Delicious beef stir fry with colorful vegetables ready in 30 minutes

Quick Beef Stir-Fry

A 30-minute stir-fry featuring thin-sliced sirloin, crisp vegetables, and a glossy soy-oyster sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade/Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch Helps create a glossy coating
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Beef and Vegetables
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thinly Use thin slices for quick cooking
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots) Can substitute with other quick-cooking vegetables
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the oil and vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the marinade/sauce base: In a bowl, stir together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and a bit of pepper until smooth.
  2. Marinate the beef for 15 minutes by tossing the sliced sirloin in the marinade until coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
  2. Stir-fry the marinated beef for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Remove the beef from the pan and keep it hot.
  4. In the same pan, stir-fry the minced garlic and mixed vegetables for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Return the beef to the pan, toss everything for 1-2 minutes until warmed through and the sauce is glossy.
  6. Serve right away over cooked rice or noodles.

Notes

This stir-fry holds up well for next-day lunches. Store in an airtight container and reheat gently to avoid softening the vegetables.