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Honey Garlic Beef Stir Fry

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This quick and easy honey garlic beef stir fry features tender beef, crisp veggies, and a glossy sweet-savory sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas, trimmed
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced thin on the diagonal
  • 2 green onions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado oil)
  • Optional: substitute chicken breast or tofu for beef
  • Optional: use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • Optional: substitute veggies such as zucchini, mushrooms, bok choy
  • Optional: serve over cauliflower rice for lower carb

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain. In a bowl, mix beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and black pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate while prepping veggies (5–30 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp cornstarch, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until smooth.
  3. Slice red bell pepper, carrots, green onions, and trim snap peas. Break broccoli into florets.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add marinated beef in a single layer. Sear undisturbed for 1 minute, then stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until mostly browned. Remove beef to a plate.
  5. Return pan to high heat, add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add carrots and broccoli, stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and snap peas; cook another 1–2 minutes. Add most green onions, reserving some for garnish.
  6. Return beef and juices to pan. Stir sauce to re-mix, then pour over everything. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and everything is glossy and coated. Add a splash of water if sauce is too thick. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice, noodles, or in lettuce cups. Garnish with reserved green onions and extra red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Prep all ingredients before cooking for best results. Use high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan. Substitute chicken, tofu, or other veggies as desired. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.

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