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30 Minute Ginger Beef

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30 Minute Ginger Beef is a quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender beef strips coated in a sweet, savory, and gingery sauce. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners served over rice or noodles.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 2–3 tbsp neutral oil (for cooking)
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Red chili flakes (optional, to taste)
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Toss sliced beef in cornstarch until lightly coated. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, vinegar, and sesame oil (if using).
  3. Heat 1–2 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook beef in batches until browned and crispy at the edges. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add sauce mixture to the skillet. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return beef to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until heated through and glossy.
  6. Top with green onions and red chili flakes. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Add bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli for extra veggies.
  • Swap beef for chicken, tofu, or shrimp for variety.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds or a squeeze of lime juice for brightness.
  • Prep beef and sauce ahead to save time at dinner.

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