Hoisin steak stir-fry
Healthy and quick on the table
Earlier, we made stir-fried steak bites with broccoli in soy sauce.
And because we love wok dishes ourselves, often healthy and quick to make, a variation was bound to happen. This time, we’re going for a great combination of thin beef (steak) strips with hoisin sauce. The typical Asian flavor of hoisin is rich, slightly sweet, and a little savory, and really unlike other sauces. It gives the dish that so-called ‘umami’ flavor and can’t really be replaced.
The perfect marinade
To make the beef extra tender and flavorful, we marinate it in a mix of oyster sauce and soy sauce. This not only adds great flavor but also helps keep the meat tender while cooking. You can let the marinade sit briefly, but if you have the time, let it rest longer for a deeper flavor. Want to switch things up? Use steak tips instead of sliced beef, or go with chicken thighs.
Vegetables of your choice
In this recipe, we combine the beef with crisp vegetables like mushrooms and red bell pepper. But the great thing about stir-fry dishes is that you can easily mix and match your vegetables. Broccoli, bok choy, sugar snap peas, or even zucchini all work well here. Want a bit of heat? Add some sliced red chili. Prefer extra crunch? Sprinkle some roasted cashews or sesame seeds over the dish.
Serve with rice or noodles
A good stir-fry dish isn’t complete without a proper base. Serve the beef with white rice for a classic option, or go with noodles if you’re in the mood for something more filling. Brown rice or even cauliflower rice can also be a good choice if you want to keep things a bit lighter. Finish with some sliced green onions for a fresh touch. Enjoy!
Hoisin steak stir-fry
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
Description
Tender steak stir-fry in a rich hoisin sauce with vegetables. A quick and easy dinner that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz thin beef (steak) strips
- 9 oz cremini mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bunch green onions
- 1 red bell pepper
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- White rice, or noodles
- Vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds, optional
Instructions
- Marinate the beef strips with 2 to 3 tablespoons oyster sauce and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Set aside.
- Finely chop the garlic and grate about 1 inch fresh ginger.
- Slice the cremini mushrooms into quarters or slices, the red bell pepper into thin strips, and the green onions into larger pieces.
- Heat a splash of vegetable oil in a wok and stir-fry the beef over high heat for no more than 2 minutes. Remove from the wok and set aside, loosely covered with foil.
- Add a bit more oil to the wok and stir-fry the mushrooms, green onions, and bell pepper over high heat for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the mushrooms release most of their moisture.
- Add the fresh ginger and garlic and stir-fry for another minute.
- Return the beef to the wok along with the hoisin sauce and stir-fry for another 2 to 3 minutes, tossing constantly. Serve right away with white rice or noodles and sprinkle with sesame seeds if you like.
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
