Sesame Beef

Introduction

Sesame Beef is a restaurant-inspired dish you can easily master at home. With its tender strips of beef tossed in a rich umami sauce and finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this recipe is all about bold flavor and irresistible texture. It’s a weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours over the stove.

Easy to prepare and even easier to love, this crowd-pleaser brings the magic of your favorite takeout joint right into your own kitchen—perfect for enjoying with family or impressing guests.

The Allure of Sesame Beef

What sets Sesame Beef apart is its perfect balance of savory and sweet, enhanced by a sticky glaze and fragrant sesame oil. The beef turns out juicy and flavorful, stir-fried to crispy-edged perfection, while bell peppers and scallions add freshness and crunch. Spoon it over steaming rice, and you’ve got a meal that delivers on both comfort and sophistication.

Prepping the Beef and Veggies for Maximum Flavor

Start by slicing your beef thinly—this ensures fast cooking and melt-in-your-mouth texture. To make prep even easier, use a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for perfectly uniform peppers and onions. Consistent cuts not only look great but also cook evenly in your pan.

Toss the beef in a bit of cornstarch before cooking; this helps create that signature crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender.

Mastering the Stir-Fry

For the ultimate stir-fry experience, reach for a high-quality nonstick skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch. This pan gives you the searing power needed for caramelizing the beef without sticking, so you get perfectly browned pieces every time.

A quick movement and high heat are key. Cook the beef in batches to avoid crowding the pan so every piece gets a delicious sear. Add bell peppers and onions right at the end to keep their crunch.

The Perfect Sesame Sauce

A robust sesame sauce is the soul of this dish. Whisk together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. To ensure silky-smooth mixing and easy emulsification, a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender takes the guesswork out and guarantees lump-free, glossy sauce in seconds.

Pour the sauce into the sizzling pan, toss with the beef and veggies, and let it bubble into a sticky, shiny coat.

Serving, Storing, and Meal Prep Tips

Serve Sesame Beef over a bowl of fluffy rice, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and scallion slivers. For easy meal prep and on-the-go lunches, pack your Sesame Beef in a Bentgo Salad Container to keep your meal fresh and spill-free.

Leftovers store beautifully in the fridge—simply reheat in a skillet for a quick, flavor-packed lunch.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 4 servings. Each serving offers a satisfying balance of protein and veggies, with a lighter sauce than most takeout options. The dish typically contains around 350–400 calories per serving, making it a healthier, homemade alternative.

Sesame Beef Recap

With tender beef, crisp veggies, and an addictive sweet-salty sauce, Sesame Beef is a surefire way to satisfy your takeout cravings at home. Quick to prepare and loaded with flavor, it’s destined to become a regular in your dinnertime rotation.

Instructions

1. Prepare veggies by slicing bell pepper and onion evenly. For effortless, perfect cuts, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper.
2. In a bowl, toss beef strips with 3 tbsp cornstarch until well-coated.
3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over high heat. Add half of the beef and sear until crisp and browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove and repeat with the remaining beef. Set aside.
4. In the same pan, add another 1 tbsp oil, then stir-fry bell pepper and onion until slightly softened but still crisp, about 2 minutes. Add scallions and cook 30 seconds more.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients except the slurry cornstarch and water. For best results, blend in the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender for a smooth finish.
6. Return beef to pan. Pour sauce over beef and veggies. Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with ½ cup water for a slurry and add to the pan. Toss to coat; let simmer 1–2 minutes, until sauce thickens and glazes the beef.
7. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and additional sliced scallions if desired. Serve immediately, or pack leftovers in your Bentgo Salad Container for later.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Enjoy Sesame Beef for a delicious, fast, and homemade answer to your favorite takeout cravings!