Spicy Scallion Beef Stir-fry
This fiery and flavorful stir-fry brings tender beef, crisp scallions, and a bold sauce to your dinner table in just 20 minutes. It’s the perfect weeknight meal—fast, fuss-free, and family-approved.
Equipment
- Wok or Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Tongs or Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tbsp soy sauce for marinating
- 1 tbsp cornstarch for marinating
- 1 tbsp neutral oil plus more as needed
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 6 scallions cut into 2-inch segments
- 2 tbsp soy sauce for the sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce adjust to taste
- 1 tsp sesame oil optional
- red pepper flakes optional, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let sit while prepping remaining ingredients.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Sear beef in batches until browned and just cooked through. Set aside.
- Add more oil to the pan if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add scallions and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until slightly charred and softened.
- Return beef to pan. Pour in remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili garlic sauce. Toss everything together and let cook for 2–3 minutes until glossy and hot.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, top with red pepper flakes (if using), and serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Notes
Customize the spice level and protein—this stir-fry also works great with chicken, tofu, or mushrooms. Leftovers reheat beautifully for weekday lunches.