Stir-Fry American Style Recipe

Name: Stir-Fry American Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. beef chuck or round steak or chicken breasts, cut into 1/8-inch slices; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. sherry (optional); 1/2 tsp. ground ginger; 3 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 1/2 c. diagonally sliced carrots; 1 1/2 c. thinly sliced cauliflower; 1 (6 oz.) pkg. frozen pea pods or 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas; 4 to 6 green onions, cut in 1/2-inch lengths; 1 (4 oz.) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained (reserve liquid); 1/2 c. cold water; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/2 tsp. sugar

Servings: persons

1 lb. beef chuck or round steak or chicken breasts, cut into 1/8-inch slices
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. sherry (optional)
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
3 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 1/2 c. diagonally sliced carrots
1 1/2 c. thinly sliced cauliflower
1 (6 oz.) pkg. frozen pea pods or 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas
4 to 6 green onions, cut in 1/2-inch lengths
1 (4 oz.) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained (reserve liquid)
1/2 c. cold water
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. sugar

1
In small bowl, combine beef or chicken with soy sauce, sherry and ginger.
2
Let stand 15 to 30 minutes.
3
Preheat 1 tablespoon oil in wok, uncovered at medium-high, about 2 minutes.
4
Add carrots; stir-fry for 2 minutes.
5
Add reserved mushroom liquid, cover and steam 4 minutes.
6
Remove carrots.
7
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in wok. Add cauliflower and pea pods or peas; stir-fry for 2 minutes.
8
Push up to the side.
9
Add onions and mushrooms; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Push up to the side.
10
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in wok.
11
Add half of the meat with marinade; stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
12
Push up to the side.
13
Repeat with remaining meat.
14
Add carrots.
15
Combine water, cornstarch and sugar.
16
Stir into meat mixture and cook until thickened.
17
Reduce heat to low for serving.
18
Serve with rice. Makes 6 servings.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. beef chuck or round steak or chicken breasts, cut into 1/8-inch slices, 3 Tbsp. soy sauce, 1 Tbsp. sherry (optional), 1/2 tsp. ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fry American Style falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Stir-Fry American Style

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Variations & substitutions

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