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Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Ingredients
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Beef:
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1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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Stir-Fry:
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2 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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1 onion, sliced
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2 cups broccoli florets (or snow peas)
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Sauce:
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¼ cup oyster sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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¼ cup beef broth or water
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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Garnish (Optional):
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Green onions, sliced
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Sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Set aside for 5 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
- Add beef in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until just browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add onion and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, broth, and cornstarch.
- Return beef to the pan and pour in sauce. Toss to coat.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
- Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly and against the grain for tenderness.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook beef in batches if needed.
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for variety.
- For a spicy kick, add chili oil or sambal oelek.
This Beef with Oyster Sauce is a quick, savory stir-fry packed with rich umami flavor. Tender slices of beef are cooked with garlic and vegetables, then coated in a glossy oyster sauce that brings everything together beautifully.
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Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together fast and pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles. It’s a simple yet flavorful meal that delivers classic takeout-style taste at home.
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