🥢Easy Stir-Fry Beef in Under 30 Minutes — Better Than Takeout

If you’ve ever craved that rich, savory, sizzling stir-fry from your favorite restaurant but didn’t want to wait for delivery or spend a fortune, I’ve got the recipe for you. This easy stir-fry beef comes together in under 30 minutes—faster than takeout and just as satisfying.

—🧡 A Quick Story From My Kitchen

Last Tuesday, dinner time crept up on me—again. I had a hungry family, 40 minutes before soccer practice, and zero ideas. Then I remembered the thinly sliced beef I had defrosted. I tossed it in a quick soy-based marinade, added some colorful veggies, and bam!—dinner was done in 25 minutes.

That’s the night this stir-fry became a weeknight regular. It’s easy, budget-friendly, and totally delicious.—🛒 IngredientsServes: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins

For the Stir-Fry:

1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

1 tbsp cornstarch2 tbsp vegetable oil1 red bell pepper, sliced1 green bell pepper, sliced1 small onion, sliced2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp grated ginger (optional but recommended)For the Sauce:¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)2 tbsp oyster sauce1 tbsp brown sugar or honey1 tsp sesame oil2 tbsp water—🔪 Instructions1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, toss sliced beef with cornstarch and 1 tbsp of the soy sauce. Set aside for 10 minutes.2. Make the sauce: Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.3. Stir-fry the beef: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches and cook 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.4. Sauté the veggies: Add remaining oil to the same pan. Stir-fry peppers and onions for 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; stir for 30 seconds.5. Combine and finish: Return beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss everything together. Let it cook for 2–3 more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything nicely.6. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.—💡Tips & TricksCut thinly: Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness.Use frozen stir-fry veggies to save even more time.Spice it up with a pinch of red pepper flakes or sriracha.Double the sauce if you love extra for drizzling over rice.

Conclusion

This Easy Stir-Fry Beef is proof that you don’t need hours in the kitchen to make something delicious. With simple ingredients and quick steps, this recipe will become a go-to favorite for busy weeknights.

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