This saucy steak stir-fry is a weeknight hero—quick, satisfying, and packed with flavor. Using just one skillet, you can get tender beef, crisp-tender veggies, and a glossy, savory sauce on the table in under 30 minutes. Customize it with your favorite steak cuts and whatever vegetables you have on hand for a versatile dinner everyone will love.
Mouthwatering Saucy Steak Stir-Fry: One Skillet, Endless Flavor
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Avocado oil | 3 tbsp |
| Skirt steak | 1 lb |
| Broccoli, cut into florets | 1 small head |
| Zucchini, cut into thick chunks | 1 large |
| Onion, thinly sliced | 1 small |
| Bell pepper, cut into thick slices | 1 large |
For the Sauce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken bone broth | 1 ¼ cups |
| Tamari | ½ cup |
| Coconut sugar | 1 tbsp |
| Fish sauce | 1 tbsp |
| Fresh ginger, finely minced | 1 tbsp |
| Garlic, minced | 2–3 cloves |
| Lime juice | Juice of 1 lime |
| Sesame oil | 2 tsp |
| Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) | ½ tsp |
| Black pepper | ¼ tsp |
| Arrowroot starch | 2 tbsp + a few tbsp water or broth to make slurry |
Directions
Step 1: Prep the Beef
Place the steak in the freezer for 30–45 minutes to make slicing easier. Cut across the grain into thin ¼-inch diagonal slices.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients except the arrowroot starch. Set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Beef
Heat 1–2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear 2 minutes on each side without stirring. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Toss in the onion, broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from skillet.
Step 5: Thicken the Sauce
Lower the heat to medium and pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Simmer 2–3 minutes. Whisk in the arrowroot slurry and stir constantly until the sauce thickens.
Step 6: Combine and Finish
Return the beef and vegetables to the skillet. Stir to coat everything evenly with the thickened sauce. Cook an additional 3–4 minutes, adjusting consistency with a splash of bone broth or water if needed.
Step 7: Serve
Plate the stir-fry over warm rice and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy a flavorful, satisfying meal.
This saucy steak stir-fry is flexible, fast, and irresistibly tasty—perfect for weeknights when you want a wholesome, restaurant-quality dinner without the fuss.
