Amy S Beef Stir Fry Recipe

A restaurant-quality beef stir-fry, adapted from Donna Kaup's "Dining in Quarters A" cookbook. This recipe delivers tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, savory sauce in just 20 minutes! Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or impressing guests.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 583.4 kcal
Protein 90g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Amy S Beef Stir Fry

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Amy S Beef Stir Fry

  • Beef Broth
  • Soy Sauce
  • Dry Sherry
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Boneless Beef Sirloin
  • Salad Oil
  • Garlic Clove
  • Fresh Gingerroot
  • Green Onions
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup water chestnuts, sliced
  • Chow Mein Noodles
  • 1/2 cup baby corn
  • 1 cup broccoli florets

How to Make Amy S Beef Stir Fry

  1. Whisk together 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sherry, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Cut 1 pound beef sirloin against the grain into thin strips.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon minced ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Increase heat to high. Add half of the beef and 1/2 cup sliced onion. Stir-fry until the beef is lightly browned (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Remove the beef and onion from the wok and set aside. Repeat with the remaining beef and onion.
  7. Return all the cooked beef and onion to the wok.
  8. Pour the broth mixture over the beef. Cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water until smooth.
  10. Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the wok, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  11. Add 1/2 cup water chestnuts (sliced), 1/2 cup baby corn, and 1 cup broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  12. Serve hot over steamed white rice. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

24g

Carbs

16g