Description
Chinese steak is a delightful dish that combines tender marinated flank steak with a sweet and savory sauce, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe showcases rich flavors of soy, ginger, and garlic that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Paired with colorful vegetables, Chinese steak is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of taste that brings friends and family together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers or broccoli), optional
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Add the steak to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Optionally add vegetable oil.
- Remove steak from marinade and grill for 3-4 minutes until charred. Flip and add optional vegetables to stir-fry.
- Pour leftover marinade over the steak and veggies; cook until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve garnished with green onions alongside rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg