This stir-fry is a flavor explosion! The star of the show is a perfectly seared rib-eye steak, sliced and drizzled with a glossy soy glaze that gets a kick from sweet chili sauce and a nutty sesame dressing. Topped with crunchy sesame seeds, it’s served alongside a colorful stir-fry of zucchini, onion and scallions.
Fluffy jasmine rice is elevated with an aromatic scallion-ginger oil, making every bite a delicious balance of savory, sweet and fresh. Ready in about 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special.
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- Wash and dry produce. Peel and mince ginger. Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens. Halve, peel and thinly slice onion. Trim and halve zucchini lengthwise; slice crosswise into ½-inch-thick half-moons.
- In a small pot, combine rice, 1¼ cups water (2¼ cups for 4 servings) and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until tender, 15-18 minutes. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
- While rice cooks, pat steak dry with paper towels; season all over with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add steak and cook to desired doneness, 3-6 minutes per side. Turn off heat; transfer to a cutting board. Wipe out pan.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine ginger, scallion greens, 2 TBSP oil (4 TBSP for 4 servings) and a pinch of salt. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Microwave until fragrant, 30 seconds. Stir and set aside.
- Heat a large drizzle of oil in pan used for steak over medium-high heat. Add scallion whites, onion and zucchini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, 5-7 minutes. Stir in sweet soy glaze, sesame dressing, chili sauce and ¼ cup water (½ cup for 4 servings); cook, stirring, until sauce has thickened, 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Thinly slice steak against the grain. Divide steak, rice and zucchini stir-fry between plates in separate sections. Drizzle any remaining sauce from pan over steak. Spoon as much scallion-ginger oil over rice as you like. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.
Recipe Tips
For best results, let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
If you prefer a spicier kick, add extra sweet chili sauce to the stir-fry.
The scallion-ginger oil can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
FAQ
Can I use a different cut of steak?
Yes, you can substitute rib-eye with sirloin or flank steak. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
What can I use instead of sweet soy glaze?
Mix 3 tablespoons soy sauce with 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar as a substitute.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
The sweet soy glaze and sesame dressing contain wheat, so it is not gluten-free. Use tamari and gluten-free dressing to adapt.


























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