Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the sliced beef in hot vegetable oil until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Mix soy sauce, water, and brown sugar, then add to the skillet. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- If desired, add a slurry of cornstarch and water to thicken the sauce.
- Return the beef to the skillet, toss to coat, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice.
Notes
- Marinate the beef with soy sauce and cornstarch for 10-15 minutes for extra tenderness.
- Adjust sweetness or saltiness by changing the amount of sugar and soy sauce.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 330 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg