This quick stir-fry beef with garlic sauce is perfect for a satisfying dinner. The tender beef and mushrooms in a flavorful garlic sauce are sure to please! Ready in just 20 minutes, it's the perfect weeknight meal.
Serve over Jasmine rice, fried rice, or chow mein noodles with a vegetable side for a complete dinner.
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I love this simple Chinese restaurant takeout-style beef with garlic sauce because it is quick and easy to make in no time! There are no special ingredients required; everything needed is almost always on hand in my pantry!
It's a hearty beef entree to enjoy with your family and pairs so well with various sides! Add some broccoli for a beef and broccoli-style dinner, or serve with steamed or stir-fried mixed vegetables.
If you plan on serving with rice, be sure to get the rice started ahead of time. This stir-fry will be prepped, cooked, and ready to enjoy faster than your rice!!
🥘 Ingredients
- Flank Steak - 1 lb, thinly sliced against the grain (alternatively, top sirloin can be used)
- Corn Starch - ½ tablespoon
- Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon, extra virgin
- Garlic - 1 tablespoon, finely minced or crushed
- Mushrooms - 8 oz, sliced (white button mushrooms, cremini, or shiitake)
- Garlic Powder - ½ teaspoon
- Ground Black Pepper - ½ teaspoon
- Soy Sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Green Onions - 2, sliced (optional, for garnish)
- Sesame Seeds - Optional, for garnish
*Be sure to see the free printable recipe card below for ingredients, exact amounts & instructions with tips!*
🔪 How To Make Beef with Garlic Sauce
- Prepare the Beef. In a large bowl, place the thinly sliced flank steak. Sprinkle with ½ tablespoon of cornstarch, toss until the beef is lightly coated, and set aside.
- Cook Garlic and Mushrooms. Heat a wok, large skillet, or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon of garlic and the sliced mushrooms. Stir frequently and cook for approximately 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is golden and fragrant.
- Add Beef and Seasonings. Introduce the thinly sliced beef to the pan. Cook over medium-high heat until the beef is about halfway done. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Stir well to coat the beef and continue cooking until the meat is completely browned.
- Serve. Once cooked, remove from heat and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with rice or fried noodles and can be garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and presentation.
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💭 Angela's Pro Tips & Recipe Notes
- Slicing the Beef: For tender cooked portions, slice the flank steak or top sirloin thinly against the grain. This method ensures that the beef remains tender and easy to chew after cooking.
- Substituting Shaoxing Wine: If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can use rice wine as a substitute. However, note that rice wine will give a lighter flavor compared to the deep, rich taste of Shaoxing wine, which adds to the bold flavor of the dish. (see Shaoxing wine substitutes here)
- Marinating Time: Allow the beef to marinate for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to infuse. If you have more time, you can also leave it in the fridge overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Customizing with Sesame Seeds: Feel free to use black, white, or a combination of both sesame seeds for garnishing. Black sesame seeds alone can also create a visually appealing contrast.
- Storing Leftovers: Store any leftover beef with garlic sauce in a shallow, airtight container in the fridge. It will remain fresh and tasty for 3-4 days.
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📖 Recipe Card
Beef with Garlic Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak (or top sirloin - thinly sliced, against the grain)
- ½ tablespoon corn starch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (finely minced or crushed)
- 8 oz mushrooms (sliced - white button mushrooms, cremini or shiitake)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 green onions (sliced, optional, garnish)
- sesame seeds (optional, garnish)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- Place thinly sliced 1 lb flank steak in a large bowl, then sprinkle the ½ tablespoon corn starch over the beef. Toss the beef until lightly coated with the cornstarch, and set aside.
- Heat a wok, large skillet, or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the 1 tablespoon garlic and 8 oz mushrooms. Stir frequently and cook until the garlic is golden and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the thinly sliced beef and continue to cook over medium-high heat until the beef is about halfway cooked. Add the 1 tablespoon soy sauce and sprinkle ½ teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper over the cooking beef. Stir to coat and continue to cook until the meat is completely browned.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately. Serve over rice or fried noodles, garnished with 2 green onions and sesame seeds.
Anonymous says
Awesome stir fry! Wanted to try the recipe as written and it’s so yummy!