This delicious Steak Stir Fry has been a family favorite for many years. It is extremely easy to make and it comes together in just 25 minutes, so it's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
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This steak stir fry is a winner! You will love this easy recipe. I love making this when I don't have a lot time, it comes together in less than 30 minutes. It is so good, serve this with some rice, salad or your favorite roasted or steamed vegetables.
Why I love this Steak Stir Fry Recipe
It's obvious that I love this recipe, but let me give you 5 reasons why I think it's the best Asian steak bites recipe ever:
- Great way to feed a large family. I used 2 striploins and I was able to feed my family of 4. Since it was cut into smaller cubes, it was easier to portion and extend the pieces of steak per person. I focused on the sides.
- Big flavor without the fuss. NO NEED TO MARINATE. Just sear, sauce, and eat!
- Minimal equipment required. This is a one-pot meal. All you need is a skillet, a wok, or a grill pan. No need for special equipment.
- Great leftovers. The sauce keeps the steak moist and juicy, so it reheats really well. I like to make a big batch and then have leftovers for lunch during the week. Quickly pan fry (1-2 minutes on high), microwave, or my favorite way to reheat - AIR FRY!
Ingredients and Substitutions
- New York strip steak - I highly recommend using New York strip steak for this recipe because it's relatively lean and tender and has a great flavor. However, you can use other cuts of beef such as ribeye steak, flank steak, filet mignon, and beef tenderloin. Sirloin steak bites would be a good steak for this recipe as well.
- Aromatics - Ginger, garlic, and green onions are crucial. They give so much flavor to this recipe and all other recipes.
- Butter - Butter makes everything better. I always like to use butter when cooking steak because it adds a nice richness and flavor.
- Soy sauce - Use tamari if you are gluten-free.
- Oyster sauce - Vegetarian oyster sauce would also work.
- Sweetener - You can use honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup, but I used white sugar.
- Baking soda - This ingredient might seem a bit strange, but it's actually key in tenderizing the steak.
- Red chili (optional) - Jalapeno would be great in this too, but the red chili gives it a nice color. You can use chili sauce or chili paste if it's all you have on hand.
- Salt and black pepper
- Avocado oil - This is for searing the steak. Use whatever neutral oil you have, but do NOT use olive oil.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok or Cast-iron skillet
- Large tongs
- Large mixing bowl
- Serving dish
What to serve with Asian Steak Bites
Here are my favorite sides to serve with this dish.
- Plain Jasmine rice: My favorite! The steak bites are already so flavorful, a nice bowl of white rice should do the trick.
- Mushroom Fried Rice: The flavors of this fried rice go so well with the sauce.
- Garlic Fried Rice: Another fantastic option that goes great with the garlicky butter flavor of steak bites.
- Air Fried Green Beans: These make for the perfect side dish!
- Cauliflower Rice: Another low-carb option that goes well with the steak bites.
- Asian Zucchini Noodles: A healthier alternative to rice.
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Steak Stir Fry
This delicious Steak Stir Fry has been a family favorite for many years. It is extremely easy to make and it comes together in just 25 minutes, so it's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Make sure your steak is at room temperature. Cut your steaks into 2" cubes.
- Put your steak into a large bowl.
- Add the salt, pepper, soy sauce, and baking soda to tenderize the beef.
- Marinate for 5 minutes. In the meantime, slice your ginger, green onions, and chili. Smash your garlic. Set it aside. Prep everything at once as it comes together really quickly.
- In a cast iron skillet, put enough avocado oil to cover the pan. Once the oil is preheated, hot sear the steak bites for 2-3 minutes on each side. Make sure the pan is hot. You do want your beef to have a nice crust on the outside and not overcooked.
- On high heat, sear the beef in batches. A single layer is best. Do not overcrowd.
- Once all the beef is seared throughout, discard the oil.
- On medium heat, add the butter, ginger, garlic, and green onions and saute until fragrant. Add the oyster sauce and sugar.
- Add back the steak and saute for 3-4 minutes on medium-high heat. Mixing well to make sure everything is covered in the sauce.
- For tender steak, rest it for 3-5 minutes.
Notes
- Discard the avocado oil when you are finished searing the steak bites.
- Do not crowd the beef, sear in batches.
Kara says
This is literally AMAZING!! I substituted sugar for stevia and no oyster sauce! I also only had sirloin, still unreal! YUM!
Carmen Spillette says
Yesssss, good idea with stevia!
May says
Love this version, slightly different than usual 👌
Pamela Hurts says
My whole family is obsessed with these!! The BEAST steak bites!!!