Honey soy garlic beef stir fry

Description:
Honey Soy Garlic Beef Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender beef strips tossed in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet sauce. Combined with colorful vegetables and served over rice or noodles, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Ingredients:

For the Beef:

• 500g beef strips (sirloin, flank, or rump, thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp sesame oil

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 tsp garlic paste (or 2 minced garlic cloves)
• 1 tsp ginger paste (optional, for added depth)
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water to thicken)

For the Stir Fry:

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 carrot (julienned or thinly sliced)
• 1/2 onion (sliced)
• 2 spring onions (chopped for garnish)
• Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:
   • In a bowl, mix the beef strips with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
   • Let marinate for 15-20 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, garlic paste, and ginger paste. Mix in the water and set aside.
3. Cook the Beef:
   • Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
   • Stir-fry the beef in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until just browned. Remove and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
   • Add the remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and onion for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
5. Combine and Sauce:
   • Return the beef to the wok with the vegetables.
   • Pour in the sauce and stir to coat evenly.
   • Add the cornstarch slurry (if needed) to thicken the sauce. Stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is glossy and thickened.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds.
   • Serve hot over steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles.

Customization Options:

• Protein Alternatives: Swap beef with chicken, shrimp, or tofu for variation.
• Vegetable Choices: Include snow peas, zucchini, or mushrooms for additional variety.
• Spice It Up: Add chili flakes or sliced fresh chili for a spicy kick.