Quick Bacon & Flank Steak Stir-Fry
📜 Collection: LouiseCollection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Entrees A unique and speedy stir-fry featuring tender marinated flank steak strips, flash-fried with bacon and tossed with crisp lettuce, green onions, and lemon slices.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 mins | 15 mins | 30 mins | 4 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2 lbs | Flank Steak | Thinly sliced across the grain |
| 4 tsp | Cornstarch | None |
| 4 tsp | Vinegar | None |
| 1 Tbsp | Sugar | None |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt | None |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper | Freshly ground |
| 4 slices | Bacon | Cut into thin strips |
| 1 large head | Iceberg Lettuce | Or Romaine Lettuce, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices |
| 2 | Green Onions | With green tops, thinly sliced |
| 8 very thin slices | Lemon | Fresh, with peel, cut into quarters |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Marinate
- Slice the 1 1/2 lbs flank steak thinly across the grain into strips no thicker than 1/8 inch (it slices best when partially frozen).
- In a bowl, toss the steak strips with 4 tsp cornstarch, 4 tsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper. Allow to stand for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Cook Bacon and Beef
- In a large skillet, slowly cook 4 slices bacon until almost crisp. Remove bacon from the pan and set aside.
- Remove any bacon fat from the skillet in excess of 4 tablespoons. Heat the remaining bacon fat in the skillet until very hot.
- Add the marinated beef strips to the very hot skillet and cook over very high heat for just a few minutes, tossing lightly, just until browned and sizzling. Remove the meat from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Toss Vegetables and Finish
- Cut the 1 large head iceberg lettuce (or romaine) across the head into 1/2-inch thick slices, thinly slice the 2 green onions, and cut the 8 very thin slices fresh lemon into quarters.
- Add the lettuce, onions, and lemon quarters to the pan. Cook, tossing frequently, for a minute or two, until barely wilted and tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked beef and bacon to the skillet and toss just until heated through.
- Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired and serve immediately.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Best served immediately upon preparation; ingredients can be prepped and portioned ahead of time and stored separately in the refrigerator.
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