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How to Make Garlic Scap Beef Stir-Fry: A Complete Guide

Garlic scap beef stir-fry is a quick, flavorful dish that balances tender beef, crisp garlic scapes, and a savory sauce. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients:

- 200g beef sirloin, sliced thinly against the grain

- 200g garlic scapes, cut into 3-inch segments

- 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar

- 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp cooking oil

- 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ginger, grated

- Sesame oil for finishing; optional chili flakes for heat

Steps:

1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, cornstarch, and cooking oil. Let it sit for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Prep the sauce: Combine remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl.

3. Stir-fry: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok over high heat. Add beef and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

4. Cook aromatics: In the same wok, stir-fry minced garlic and ginger until fragrant (30 seconds). Add garlic scapes and stir-fry for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.

5. Combine: Return beef to the wok. Pour the sauce over and toss quickly for 1 minute until everything is coated. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with chili flakes if desired.

Serve hot with steamed rice for a satisfying meal. Enjoy the perfect harmony of umami and crunch!