Dongbei Cumin Beef
A quick, fragrant stir-fry of tender beef with toasted cumin, bell pepper, and scallions. Ready in about 20 minutes, this is a weeknight favorite with bold, savory flavors.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 2 tbsp cumin seeds and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Add 1 lb sliced beef in a single layer. Sear without stirring for 1-2 minutes until browned, then stir-fry until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.
- 3
In the same pan, add 1 sliced bell pepper, 4 cut green onions, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry over high heat until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Return beef to the pan. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 1 minute. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Wok or large skillet
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Spatula
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