Flavorful Bok Choy Stir-Fried Beef Recipe in 30 Minutes
A quick and easy stir-fry featuring tender beef, crisp bok choy, and a savory sauce packed with umami flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) thinly sliced beef sirloin or flank steak
- 2–3 medium heads of bok choy, washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Optional garnish: sesame seeds and sliced green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a mixing bowl, combine the beef slices with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and half the minced garlic and ginger. Let it sit for 10 minutes while you prep the other ingredients.
- Prepare the Bok Choy: Wash and chop the bok choy into bite-sized pieces. Separate the stems from the leafy tops, as they’ll cook at different rates.
- Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and the cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Bok Choy: Add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet. First, cook the bok choy stems for 2 minutes, then add the leafy tops along with the remaining garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Stir everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients beautifully.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and enjoy while warm!
Notes
[‘Thinly slice the beef against the grain for tenderness.’, ‘Cook the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.’, ‘Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for smoother execution.’, ‘Taste the sauce before adding it to the skillet to adjust seasoning.’, ‘Use high heat for optimal stir-frying results.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: bok choy stir-fry, beef stir-fry, quick dinner, Asian recipe, healthy stir-fry