Sesame Beef

Delight your taste buds with this quick and irresistible Sesame Beef recipe, a true weeknight hero bursting with bold Asian-inspired flavors. Tender slices of beef sirloin or flank steak are marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce and cornstarch for maximum juiciness, then seared to golden perfection in a hot skillet. A luscious, umami-rich sauce made with hoisin, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger wraps each bite in a velvety glaze, while a touch of brown sugar adds just the right amount of sweetness. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, fresh green onions, and optional red pepper flakes for a fiery kick, this Sesame Beef is perfect served over steamed rice or noodles. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a perfect blend of restaurant-quality flavor and homemade comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the beef into thin, bite-sized strips against the grain for tenderness.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the beef strips with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Toss well to coat and set aside for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the beef marinates, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Once hot, add the marinated beef strips in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Sear the beef for 1-2 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, pour in the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.

Step 7

Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the dish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes if desired for a bit of heat.

Step 9

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles and enjoy your Sesame Beef!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(671.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1632.1

Total Fat 100.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g
Cholesterol 341.2mg	0%
Sodium 2512.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 126.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 117.9mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1803.5mg	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: 55.7%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 13.4%