is a classic Chinese stir-fry known for its tender beef strips, fragrant ginger, and fresh scallions. This dish is quick to make, packed with umami flavor, and perfect for weeknight dinners.

The aromatic combination of ginger and scallion complements the beef beautifully, giving a light yet deeply satisfying flavor.

📝 Recipe Information

⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes

🍽 Servings: 3–4

🥡 Cuisine: Chinese

🧂 Ingredients

For the Beef:

Beef flank steak or sirloin — 400 g (thinly sliced against the grain)

Light soy sauce — 1 tbsp

Shaoxing rice wine — 1 tbsp

Cornstarch — 1 tbsp

Vegetable oil — 1 tsp


Aromatics:

Fresh ginger — 2 tbsp (julienned)

Scallions (green onions) — 4 stalks (cut into 2-inch pieces)

Garlic — 2 cloves (minced)

Red chili — 1 (optional, sliced thin)


Sauce:

Light soy sauce — 2 tbsp

Oyster sauce — 1 tbsp

Sugar — ½ tsp

White pepper — a pinch

Water or beef stock — ¼ cup

🥩 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Beef

Slice beef thinly against the grain.

In a bowl, combine beef with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and 1 tsp oil.

Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.

👉 Marinating tenderizes the beef and gives it a silky texture.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

In a small bowl, mix light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, white pepper, and water or stock.

Set aside.

Step 3: Stir-Fry the Beef

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat.

Stir-fry beef quickly in batches for 1–2 minutes until browned but still tender.

Remove beef and set aside.

Step 4: Stir-Fry Aromatics

In the same wok, add ginger, garlic, and optional chili.

Stir-fry for 30–40 seconds until fragrant.

Add scallions and toss quickly to release aroma.

Step 5: Combine Beef and Sauce

Return the beef to the wok.

Pour in the sauce and toss everything together for 1–2 minutes.

Cook just until the sauce thickens and coats the beef evenly.

🍚 Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or fried rice.

Works well with stir-fried vegetables like bok choy or snow peas.

Garnish with extra scallions for freshness.

🌿 Pro Tips for Perfect Ginger Scallion Beef

Slice beef thin and against the grain to keep it tender.

Cook beef on high heat for quick searing — avoid overcooking.

Julienne ginger thinly to release maximum aroma.

Toss scallions at the end to keep them slightly crisp.

🧡 Why You’ll Love This Dish

Quick and easy — under 30 minutes from start to finish

Bright, aromatic flavors from ginger and scallion

Tender beef coated in a light, savory sauce

Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings

✨ Ginger Scallion Beef is a simple yet flavorful stir-fry that showcases the aromatic elegance of Chinese cooking. Perfectly tender beef paired with ginger and scallions makes every bite a delight.