Description
Culinary magic meets bold flavors in this spicy ginger stir fry, blending zesty Asian-inspired ingredients with quick-cooking techniques. Sizzling vegetables and protein dance together, promising a delicious meal that satisfies your craving for intense, aromatic cuisine in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 3/4 pounds (350 grams) sirloin steak
Vegetables:
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium bunch spring onions/scallions, chopped
- 1 cup (150 grams) packed snow peas
- 2 large handfuls fresh baby spinach
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 large chunk ginger, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
- 1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and minced
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Sauces and Liquids:
- 5 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine
- 3 tablespoons soft brown sugar
Thickener:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
Serving Suggestion:
- Boiled rice or noodles
Instructions
- Prepare beef sirloin by freezing for 30 minutes until firm but not completely frozen, which helps in achieving precise thin slices.
- Slice beef thinly across the grain to ensure tender, easy-to-chew pieces.
- Heat oil in a wok until shimmering hot, then fry ginger matchsticks for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.
- Reduce oil to 1 tablespoon, reheat to high temperature. Season beef with salt and pepper, then cook in two batches. Sear first half for 3-5 minutes until browned, remove and set aside. Repeat with remaining beef, adding oil if necessary.
- Lower heat to medium, sauté chopped onions for 2-3 minutes until softening. Add minced ginger and garlic, cook for 30 seconds. Introduce broccoli, spring onions, and snow peas, stir-frying for one minute.
- Pour prepared sauce into the wok, allowing it to bubble and thicken for one minute. Return beef to the pan, heating through for 1-2 minutes.
- Incorporate spinach, immediately remove from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Garnish with reserved crispy ginger matchsticks and chili flakes for added texture and heat.
- Accompany with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Slice beef when partially frozen for easier, more precise cutting without tearing the meat fibers.
- Patting beef dry before seasoning ensures better browning and prevents steaming instead of searing.
- Using high heat and not overcrowding the wok creates perfect caramelization and prevents vegetables from becoming soggy.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to maintain the quick cooking rhythm of stir-frying, keeping vegetables crisp and meat tender.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 383 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1120 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg