Sesame Ginger Beef

In this savory and slightly sweet stir-fry, mushrooms add an umami flavor while fresh green beans provide some color and crunch. 30 minutes or less.

⏱️ Prep: 10 min🍳 Cook: 10 min

Ingredients

1 pound	455 g	sirloin strip steak, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons	60 ml	cornstarch, divided
2 tablespoons	30 ml	rice wine
2 tablespoons	30 ml	vegetable oil
3 tablespoons	45 ml	fresh ginger, crushed and chopped
2		garlic cloves, crushed and chopped
8 ounces	225 g	green beans
4 ounces	115 g	white mushrooms, sliced
1		red bell pepper, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup	60 ml	soy sauce
2 tablespoons	30 ml	sugar
1 tablespoon	15 ml	rice vinegar
1 tablespoon	15 ml	toasted or hot sesame oil
1 bunch (6 to 8)		scallions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon	5 ml	sesame seeds
—		steamed rice, for serving

Seal the steak, 3 tablespoons of cornstarch, and rice wine in a large zip-top bag. Massage for 2 minutes.
In a wok or large cast iron skillet, heat the vegetable oil over high heat until it shimmers. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry for about 1 minute, until lightly browned.
Add the green beans and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the marinated steak and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the bell pepper and stir-fry for 1 minute.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Add the sauce to the wok and cook for about 2 minutes, until a glaze forms.
Garnish with the scallions and sesame seeds and serve over steamed rice. Substitution tip: Try substituting ground pork or sliced chicken in this recipe.