Saucy Beef Strips

Tender, flavorful, and irresistibly saucy, "Saucy Beef Strips" is the ultimate stir-fry recipe for busy weeknights or a satisfying family dinner. This dish features thinly sliced beef sirloin or flank steak marinated in soy sauce and cornstarch for maximum tenderness, then seared to perfection and bathed in a savory, umami-packed sauce made with oyster sauce, garlic, ginger, and a hint of brown sugar. Vibrant red bell peppers and green onions add a fresh, colorful crunch, while fragrant sesame oil and optional sesame seeds elevate the flavors to restaurant-quality levels. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect served over steamed rice or noodles, this quick stir-fry brings bold Asian-inspired flavors straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef sirloin or flank steak
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 0.5 cup water or beef stock
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the beef sirloin or flank steak against the grain into strips about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Add the beef strips to the mixture, toss to coat evenly, and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef strips in batches, searing them until browned but not fully cooked (about 2-3 minutes per batch). Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and reduce the heat to medium. Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the red bell pepper slices and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften but still retain some crunch.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, water or beef stock, black pepper, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring it to a simmer.

Step 8

Return the seared beef to the skillet, stirring to coat it evenly in the sauce. Cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the beef to cook through and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 9

Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the dish for garnish, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1074.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1834.3

Total Fat 117.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.1g
Cholesterol 375mg	0%
Sodium 3472.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 141.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 215.7mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 2428.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 12.0%