Spicy Beef and Veggie Stir Fry (Print version)

Tender beef strips, crisp vegetables, and a glossy chili garlic sauce make this stir fry a fast, bold weeknight dinner.

# Ingredients:

For the beef

01 - 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced across the grain
02 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
04 - 1 teaspoon neutral oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the sauce

06 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
08 - 1-2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
11 - 1/3 cup (80 ml) water
12 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch

For the stir fry

13 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil, divided
14 - 2 cups broccoli florets
15 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
16 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
17 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
18 - 1 cup snap peas
19 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
20 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
21 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
22 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
23 - 2 green onions, sliced
24 - Cooked rice, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Toss the sliced beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon neutral oil, and black pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes while you prep the vegetables.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to a plate.
04 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Stir fry broccoli and carrot for 2 minutes, then add bell peppers and snap peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
05 - Stir in garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 20-30 seconds until fragrant.
06 - Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss for 1-2 minutes until the beef is coated and the sauce is glossy. Turn off the heat and stir in sesame oil and green onions.
07 - Serve immediately over cooked rice, spooning extra sauce from the pan over the top.

# Good to know:

01 - Slice beef across the grain for the most tender texture.
02 - Have all vegetables and sauce ready before turning on the heat.
03 - Best served right away while the vegetables are crisp.

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