Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes)

Make the best beef stir fry at home in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to tender beef and crispy veggies. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Blueberry Cake Donuts and Vegan Lentil Empanadas.

What You'll Need for Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes)

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb flank steak
• 3 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1-inch piece ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Optional: Green onions
• Optional: Sesame seeds

How to Make Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes)

1. Step 1: Slice beef thinly against the grain. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
3. Step 3: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add beef and cook until browned. Remove from wok and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same wok, add more oil and vegetables. Cook until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 30 seconds.
5. Step 5: Return beef to the wok. Pour sauce over beef and vegetables. Cook until sauce thickens. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Storing & Reheating Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes)

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can slice the beef and prep the vegetables ahead of time.

Freezing Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes)

Freeze cooked beef stir fry for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: To make this recipe faster, prep all your ingredients before you start cooking.
• Best substitution: You can use chicken or tofu instead of beef.
• Make-ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it in the oven or microwave.
• Scaling: This recipe easily doubles or triples for a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce isn't thickening, try cooking it a little longer or adding a bit more cornstarch.

Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes)

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

15 mins

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Total

30 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb flank steak
• 3 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1-inch piece ginger

Seasonings

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Optional Toppings

• Green onions
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Slice beef thinly against the grain. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
3. Step 3: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add beef and cook until browned. Remove from wok and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same wok, add more oil and vegetables. Cook until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 30 seconds.
5. Step 5: Return beef to the wok. Pour sauce over beef and vegetables. Cook until sauce thickens. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

• Chef tip: To make this recipe faster, prep all your ingredients before you start cooking.
• Best substitution: You can use chicken or tofu instead of beef.
• Make-ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it in the oven or microwave.
• Scaling: This recipe easily doubles or triples for a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your sauce isn't thickening, try cooking it a little longer or adding a bit more cornstarch.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked beef stir fry for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can slice the beef and prep the vegetables ahead of time.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Better Than Takeout Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables (30-Minutes) and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!