Description

A quick and flavorful Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables recipe featuring tender slices of beef marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger, then stir-fried to perfection with crisp bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas. This dish is garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Beef and Marinade

1 lb beef (flank steak, sirloin, or ribeye), thinly sliced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Vegetables and Garnish

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 carrot, julienned
½ cup snap peas, ends trimmed
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Serving Suggestion

Steamed rice (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Prepare the beef: Slice the beef into thin strips to ensure quick and even cooking.
Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine the beef strips with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Let it marinate for 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil, allowing it to heat thoroughly.
Cook the beef: Add the marinated beef to the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
Stir-fry the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the bell pepper, broccoli florets, julienned carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
Combine beef and vegetables: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through and blend the flavors.
Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, then garnish the stir fry with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot, optionally accompanied by steamed rice.

Notes

For best results, use a high heat when stir-frying to keep the beef tender and vegetables crisp.
Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or baby corn based on preference.
Adjust the amount of honey or hoisin sauce to taste for a sweeter or more savory profile.
Make sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
This dish can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free soy sauce and hoisin sauce.