Sizzling Japanese Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
This vibrant Japanese stir-fry showcases tender strips of beef, crisp-tender vegetables, and delicate Asian flavors in a dish that sizzles with excitement. The high-heat cooking technique creates a irresistible smoky aroma, while the savory-sweet sauce clings to every bite, enhancing the natural flavors of the beef, onions, bell peppers, and carrots. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced scallions adds a touch of nuttiness and visual appeal, while the contrasting textures of tender beef and crisp vegetables make each mouthful a delight. Serve over steaming rice for a complete meal that transports you to the bustling streets of Tokyo.
Ingredients
- •1 pound beef flank steak, sliced into thin strips
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- •1 onion, sliced
- •1 red bell pepper, sliced
- •1 carrot, julienned
- •1 garlic clove, minced
- •1/2 cup unsalted beef broth
- •1/4 cup soy sauce
- •2 tablespoons mirin
- •2 tablespoons sugar
- •1 tablespoon cornstarch
- •1 tablespoon water
- •Optional: Sesame seeds, for garnish
- •Optional: Sliced scallions, for garnish
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Instructions
- 1
Season the beef strips with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a large non-stick skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the beef and stir-fry until cooked through and browned, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, and carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the skillet.
- 5
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water, then pour the slurry into the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Return the beef to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 6
Serve the stir-fry over steaming rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced scallions, if desired.
- 7
Optional: Offer additional soy sauce or hot sauce on the side for seasoning.
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