Description
A quick and flavorful Sesame Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry featuring tender flank steak, crunchy cabbage, and a savory sesame ginger sauce. This dish is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, combining protein and vegetables with a deliciously tangy and slightly spicy sauce.
Ingredients
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Stir-Fry Ingredients:
- 1 batch Sesame Ginger Sauce (see below)
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced and cut into bite-sized pieces
- Sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
- 1 large white onion, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small green cabbage, roughly chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2/3 cup shredded carrots
- Optional toppings: thinly-sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds
Sesame Ginger Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or your desired sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1–2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Whisk all sauce ingredients together in a small bowl or shake in a mason jar until well combined. Set aside.
- Cook the Steak: Season flank steak with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a wok or large sauté pan over high heat. Add the steak and sauté for 4-5 minutes, tossing occasionally until cooked through. Transfer steak to a clean plate and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the pan. Add the thinly sliced white onion and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then add chopped green cabbage, sliced garlic, and shredded carrots. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-4 minutes until cabbage wilts to your preferred level of crispness.
- Combine and Finish: Add the cooked steak back to the pan along with the prepared sesame ginger sauce. Toss everything together for about 30 seconds, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with optional toppings such as thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Store leftovers in sealed containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce in the sesame ginger sauce to control the spice level.
- For a lower sodium option, use reduced-sodium soy sauce or tamari.
- Flank steak can be substituted with sirloin or skirt steak if preferred.
- Ensure vegetables are not overcooked to maintain crispness.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days; reheat gently to avoid overcooking the beef.
