This quick and flavorful 30-minute steak stir-fry is packed with veggies and makes the perfect meal! It's simple to prepare and a perfect choice for your busy back-to-school weeknight dinners!
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Ingredients
- Pork Lard or Oil Of Choice
- Broccolini
- Red Bell Peppers
- Yellow Onion
- Red Chili Peppers
- Flank Steak
- Mayonnaise
- Soy Sauce
- Oyster Sauce
- Cornstarch
- Spices: Garlic Powder & Smoked Paprika
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Sauté Veggies for 10-15 minutes.
Cook the Steak Strips.
Add the sauce & mix it altogether!
Serve with rice & enjoy!
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice the broccolini, bell peppers, onion, and chili peppers. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of pork lard (or your preferred oil). Once heated, add the vegetables with 1 teaspoon of salt and sauté for about 15 minutes until softened. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the steak: In the same pan, add the sliced flank steak and season with the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook over medium heat for 5–10 minutes, or until the steak is fully cooked and browned. Add the sautéed vegetables back to the pan and mix everything together.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, smoked paprika, garlic powder, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and hot water until smooth.
- Combine and simmer: Pour the sauce over the steak and vegetables in the pan, stirring to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 5–10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Serve: Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, serve the stir fry over steamed rice and enjoy!
Substitutions
- Pork Lard or Oil of Choice: Substitute with butter, ghee, coconut oil, or any neutral oil like vegetable or canola oil.
- Broccolini: Swap with broccoli, asparagus, green beans, or zucchini.
- Red Bell Peppers:
Use yellow or orange bell peppers, poblano peppers, or roasted red peppers. - Yellow Onion: Replace with white onion, red onion, shallots, or leeks.
- Red Chili Peppers: Substitute with jalapeños, serrano peppers, or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Flank Steak: Replace with skirt steak, sirloin, ribeye, or even chicken breast or tofu for a non-beef option.
- Mayonnaise: Swap with Greek yogurt, sour cream, or a vegan mayo alternative.
- Soy Sauce: Use tamari, coconut aminos, or liquid aminos as gluten-free alternatives.
- Oyster Sauce: Substitute with hoisin sauce, fish sauce, or a mix of soy sauce and a bit of sugar.
- Cornstarch: Use arrowroot powder, potato starch, or tapioca starch as a thickening agent.
Variations
1. Beef & Asparagus Stir Fry: Swap broccolini with asparagus for a spring-inspired stir fry.
2. Chicken & Red Bell Pepper Stir Fry: Replace flank steak with chicken breast for a lighter protein option.
3. Steak & Zucchini Stir Fry: Substitute broccolini with zucchini for a fresh and mild flavor twist.
Equipment
- Large Pan for frying
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Storage
Store the steak stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through. For freezing, place in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months, and thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
3 Top Tips for Success!
- Slice thinly: Cut the steak and vegetables into thin, even slices to ensure quick, uniform cooking.
- High heat for searing: Use high heat when cooking the steak to get a nice sear while keeping it tender.
- Thicken sauce properly: Mix the cornstarch with hot water to avoid lumps and let the sauce simmer until thickened.
FAQs
Yes, you can substitute flank steak with skirt steak, sirloin, or ribeye for similar results.
Absolutely! Swap soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and use a gluten-free oyster sauce alternative.
Yes, feel free to add carrots, snap peas, or mushrooms for extra variety and texture.
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Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the vegetables: Slice the broccolini, bell peppers, onion, and chili peppers. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of pork lard (or your preferred oil). Once heated, add the vegetables with 1 teaspoon of salt and sauté for about 15 minutes until softened. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the steak: In the same pan, add the sliced flank steak and season with the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook over medium heat for 5–10 minutes, or until the steak is fully cooked and browned. Add the sautéed vegetables back to the pan and mix everything together.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, smoked paprika, garlic powder, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and hot water until smooth.
- Combine and simmer: Pour the sauce over the steak and vegetables in the pan, stirring to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 5–10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Serve: Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, serve the stir fry over steamed rice and enjoy!
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Let us know how it was!Food safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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