Sesame Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry: A Quick and Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

This Sesame Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry is a savory and satisfying dish that combines tender slices of beef with crunchy cabbage and carrots. With a balance of soy sauce, sesame oil, and the aromatic flavors of garlic and ginger, this stir-fry is packed with delicious, bold flavors that will transport you straight to an Asian-inspired kitchen. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. Serve it with rice or noodles for a complete, wholesome meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound of flank steak, sliced thinly across the grain.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 2 carrots, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated or minced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and let the beef marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
  2. Sauté the beef: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Place the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until it’s browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
  3. Prepare the vegetables: In the same skillet, pour in the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.Add the onion, cabbage, and carrots, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Combine and season: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the sesame oil, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce (if using). Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the stir-fry with sesame seeds and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This Sesame Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry is a fast and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy nights. With tender beef, crunchy vegetables, and the richness of sesame oil and soy sauce, this stir-fry delivers a satisfying meal in just minutes. It’s a versatile recipe that you can tweak with your favorite vegetables or serve alongside your favorite grains for a balanced dinner.

Sesame Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry: A Quick and Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tenderbeef, crisp cabbage, and carrots with a savory sesame-soy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound of flank steak sliced thinly across the grain.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 4 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 2 carrots julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch piece ginger grated or minced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and let the beef marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
  • Sauté the beef: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Place the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until it’s browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
  • Prepare the vegetables: In the same skillet, pour in the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onion, cabbage, and carrots, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Combine and season: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the sesame oil, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce (if using). Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the stir-fry with sesame seeds and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Keyword Sesame beef stir-fry

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