Description
This quick and easy Tender Beef in Minutes recipe delivers flavorful, thinly sliced beef cooked to perfection with garlic, ginger, and a savory soy-based sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, the marinated flank steak or sirloin is seared and stir-fried to tender juiciness, served best over rice or noodles for a wholesome Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Beef Marinade
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and allow it to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to ensure maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Heat the Oil: Place a large skillet or wok over high heat and add the vegetable oil. Allow it to get hot but not smoking for optimal searing.
- Sear the Beef: Add the marinated beef in a single layer without overcrowding. Let it sear undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes to develop a rich brown crust.
- Stir-fry the Beef: Stir-fry the beef for another 1 to 2 minutes until it is just cooked through but still tender and juicy.
- Add Aromatics: Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger, stir-frying everything together for about 30 seconds to release their fragrant flavors.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the beef broth and use it to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. This step coats the beef in a flavorful sauce and slightly thickens it. Cook for an additional minute.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a fulfilling meal.
Notes
- Slice the beef very thinly and marinate for at least 10 minutes to enhance tenderness.
- Flank steak or sirloin are ideal cuts for quick cooking and tender results.
- For a complete meal, add steamed vegetables such as broccoli or bell peppers.
