Whether you serve it with noodles, rice, or enjoy it as is—this is one stir-fry you’ll be making again and again.
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???? Ingredients
For the Beef:
• 2 New York Strip steaks (or flank steak, sirloin)
• 1–2 tablespoons cornstarch
• Salt & pepper to taste
For the Stir-Fry:
• Olive oil
• 1 bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 cup chopped kale
• 1/2 cup baby corn (from can)
• 2 cups stir-fry veggie mix (carrots, broccoli, green beans, etc.)
• Optional: other favorite veggies like mushrooms or snap peas
For the Sauce:
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
• 1 ½ tsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
Optional Add-In:
• Chow mein noodles or white rice, for serving
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???? Instructions
1. Prep the Beef
• Slice the New York Strip into thin strips (about ¼ inch).
• Toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Set aside while you prep the veggies.
2. Preheat the Skillet
• Heat a cast iron skillet (or wok) on medium-high for 15–20 minutes.
• Add a splash of olive oil and swirl to coat.
3. Cook the Steak
• Add beef to the hot skillet in a single layer.
• Sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked through.
• Remove and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Veggies
• Add a drop of olive oil to the same skillet.
• Toss in the veggies: kale, bell pepper, corn, broccoli, green beans—whatever you love.
• Cook 3–5 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Set aside.
5. Make the Sauce
• In the same pan, combine water, orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and brown sugar.
• Let simmer for 2–3 minutes on medium heat until fragrant.
• Reduce heat to low and allow to slightly thicken.
6. Bring It All Together
• Return beef and vegetables to the skillet.
• Sprinkle a bit more cornstarch if needed to thicken the sauce.
• Toss everything until evenly coated and heated through (about 2–3 minutes).
7. Serve
• Add cooked chow mein noodles or serve over rice.
• Enjoy hot—and don’t forget to taste-test before you plate it all up!
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???? Final Thoughts
This cast iron beef stir-fry hits all the right notes—savory, sweet, slightly spicy, and loaded with texture. You can customize it to your taste or swap the beef for chicken if you prefer.
Let me know in the comments if you gave it a try—and how you made it your own!