30-Minute Beef Stir Fry with Fresh Vegetables

Craving a delicious, restaurant-quality meal without spending hours in the kitchen? This 30-Minute Beef Stir Fry with Fresh Vegetables is your new weeknight hero! Packed with tender beef, crisp vibrant veggies, and a savory sauce, it’s a quick and healthy dish that’s bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (for beef marinade)
• 1 tsp cornstarch (for beef marinade)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
• 1 head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup snap peas
• 1 large carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
• 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• For the Stir-Fry Sauce:
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, but recommended)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water or beef broth
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving (optional)
• Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. **Prepare the Beef:** In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp cornstarch. Toss to coat and set aside for at least 10 minutes while you prep the vegetables.
2. **Make the Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together all the stir-fry sauce ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and water or beef broth. Set aside.
3. **Cook the Beef:** Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4. **Sauté Vegetables:** Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the same skillet. Add broccoli florets and carrots, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.
5. **Add Remaining Veggies & Aromatics:** Add the red bell pepper, snap peas, and yellow onion to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. **Combine & Sauce:** Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Give the prepared stir-fry sauce a quick whisk (cornstarch settles) and pour it over the beef and vegetables. Toss everything to coat evenly and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
7. **Serve:** Remove from heat and serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your quick and flavorful meal!