Asian Beef with Mushrooms and Snow Peas
A delightful dish combining tender beef, vibrant snow peas, and earthy mushrooms, enhanced by a rich umami sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
For the Beef Marinade
- 1 lb 1 lb (450g) flank steak, thinly sliced For tenderness
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade) Enhancing the beef’s flavor
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinade) Ensures a nice sear on the beef
- 1 tsp 1 tsp sesame oil Adding a nutty aroma
- 1 tsp 1 tsp garlic powder For a hint of garlic flavor
For the Stir-Fry
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp vegetable oil For stir-frying
- 2 cups 2 cups (150g) snow peas Bright and crunchy
- 1.5 cups 1 1⁄2 cups (100g) mushrooms, sliced Soaks up the sauce
- 3 cloves 3 cloves garlic, minced Releasing a robust aroma
- 1 inch 1-inch piece ginger, grated Providing warming spice
- 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) For extra kick
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce (for sauce) Deepening the flavor
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp oyster sauce Adds a rich, umami depth
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp hoisin sauce Sweet and tangy for balance
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp rice vinegar Introducing acidity
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar For sweetness
- 1 tsp 1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken sauce) Giving the sauce body
For Garnish
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp sesame seeds For garnish
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp green onions, chopped For a fresh finish
Instructions
Marinate the Beef
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and garlic powder. Toss in the thinly sliced beef to coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or brown sugar), and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
Stir-Fry the Ingredients
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add sliced mushrooms and cook for about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add snow peas and cook for another 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
Combine & Finish
- Return the cooked beef to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir well and let it bubble for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve the dish hot over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef longer (up to an hour). Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option. Add more red pepper flakes for extra heat.