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Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe Easy 5-Step Homemade Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy beef and cabbage stir fry that combines tender beef with crisp cabbage and a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups (about 300g) green cabbage, shredded or thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 3–4 green onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 pound (450g) flank steak thinly against the grain. Toss the beef in a bowl with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and a pinch of black pepper. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Shred about 4 cups (300g) green cabbage and julienne one medium carrot. Chop 3-4 green onions, mince 3 cloves garlic, and grate 1 teaspoon fresh ginger.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey. Stir well.
  4. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. When oil shimmers, add marinated beef in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes without stirring, then toss and cook another 1-2 minutes until browned but juicy. Remove beef and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Stir-fry minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shredded cabbage and carrot, stir-fry 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Pour in sauce and toss to coat.
  6. Return beef to pan, add cornstarch slurry, stir and cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and everything is heated through. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for tenderness. Marinate beef with soy sauce and cornstarch for moisture and silky texture. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use cornstarch slurry at the end for a glossy sauce. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and check oyster sauce for gluten content.

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