Skirt Steak Stir-Fry with Quinoa and Ginger-Sesame

Name: Skirt Steak Stir-Fry with Quinoa and Ginger-Sesame Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups white quinoa (about 8 ounces), rinsed and drained; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar; 3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 1 pound skirt steak, cut into pieces and sliced against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; Kosher salt; Pepper; 1 head bibb lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces; 2 cups bean sprouts

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups white quinoa (about 8 ounces), rinsed and drained
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 pound skirt steak, cut into pieces and sliced against the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips
2 tablespoons minced garlic
Kosher salt
Pepper
1 head bibb lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
2 cups bean sprouts

1
In a medium saucepan of boiling water, cook the quinoa until tender, about 10 minutes.
2
Drain and return to the pan.
3
Cover and let stand for 10 minutes; fluff with a fork.
4
In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce with the ginger, vinegar and 2 tablespoons of the sesame oil.
5
In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
6
Add the steak and garlic and stir-fry over high heat until the steak is browned, about 2 minutes.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Divide the lettuce among 4 plates and top with the steak, quinoa, ginger-sesame dressing and bean sprouts.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups white quinoa (about 8 ounces), rinsed and drained, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar, and more.

Yes, Skirt Steak Stir-Fry with Quinoa and Ginger-Sesame Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Skirt Steak Stir-Fry with Quinoa and Ginger-Sesame Dressing

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