Here’s a simple, flavorful beef stir-fry with lemongrass—fragrant, slightly citrusy, and quick to cook.
🥩 Beef Stir-Fry with Lemongrass
🧾 Ingredients
- 300–500 g beef (thinly sliced against the grain)
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass (Lemongrass), finely minced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1–2 green chilies (optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
- 2–3 tbsp cooking oil
- Black pepper to taste
- Splash of water or beef stock
🔥 Step-by-step
1. Prepare the beef
- Slice beef thinly for quick cooking
- Marinate 10–15 minutes with:
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- pinch of black pepper
- 1 tsp oil
2. Build the aromatics
- Heat oil in a pan or wok
- Add minced lemongrass, garlic, and chilies
- Stir-fry until very fragrant (about 30–60 seconds)
3. Cook the beef
- Add beef in a single layer
- Stir-fry on high heat until browned but still tender (2–4 minutes)
4. Add sauce & vegetables
- Add onion, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar
- Splash in a little water or stock to loosen
- Stir well and cook 2–3 minutes until sauce slightly thickens
5. Finish
- Taste and adjust salt/pepper
- Optional: squeeze a little lime for extra brightness
🍽️ Serving ideas
- Steamed rice (classic pairing)
- Egg noodles for a richer meal
- Fresh cucumber or herb salad on the side
💡 Tips
- Slice beef very thin for tenderness
- Don’t overcook—beef should stay juicy
- Lemongrass should be finely minced so it doesn’t feel fibrous
If you want, I can also give you:
- a Thai-style version with basil and fish sauce
- or a spicy restaurant-style version with chili paste and caramelized edges
