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A close-up view of the savory beef and bok choy stir fry, highlighting the texture of the tender beef and the crisp green bok choy.

Beef and Bok Choy Stir Fry: A 30-Minute Weeknight Recipe

This Beef and Bok Choy Stir Fry is a quick, easy, and flavorful weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Featuring tender, velvety beef and crisp bok choy in a rich garlic ginger sauce, it's a healthy and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb flank steak sliced thinly against the grain
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch plus 1 tsp for the sauce
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce plus 1/4 cup for the sauce
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil or other high-smoke point oil
  • 1 lb bok choy stems and leaves separated
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar packed

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Instructions
 

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the thin beef slices with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, toasted sesame oil, brown sugar, and the remaining 1 tsp of cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Wash bok choy. Cut the white stems into 1-inch pieces and roughly chop the green leaves. Mince garlic and ginger.
  4. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add avocado oil. Cook beef in a single layer for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. To the same skillet, add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add bok choy stems and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the leaves and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
  6. Return the beef to the skillet. Whisk the sauce again and pour it over everything. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: For easier slicing, place the beef in the freezer for 20-30 minutes before cutting.
Tip 2: Ensure your skillet is very hot before adding the beef to get a proper sear.
Tip 3: Have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go (mise en place) as the cooking process is very fast.
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