Description
This delicious stir-fry combines tender flank steak with fresh cabbage and aromatic seasonings for a quick and tasty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (divided)
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Optional toppings: chili crisp, sesame seeds, extra scallions
Instructions
- Toss beef with cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Set aside to marinate briefly.
- In a wok or large skillet, heat remaining sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer and cook until browned (2–3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add cabbage and stir-fry 3–5 minutes until wilted but still crisp.
- Return beef to the pan. Add remaining soy sauce, vinegar, and honey. Stir to coat everything in the glaze.
- Cook 1–2 minutes more until everything is heated through.
- Serve hot, topped with chili crisp, sesame seeds, and scallions if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately for maximum freshness.
- Feel free to adjust the vegetables based on what you have available.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian