Blackstone Cowboy Stir Fry (Printer-friendly)
Hearty beef and vegetable medley seared on a griddle with smoky seasonings and buttery finish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 large yellow onion, sliced
05 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
06 - 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
07 - 1 cob corn, kernels removed
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and sliced (optional)
→ Sauce & Seasonings
10 - 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
11 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
12 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
13 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
14 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
15 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
16 - 1/4 tsp kosher salt
17 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Finish & Garnish
18 - 2 green onions, sliced
19 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your Blackstone griddle or large skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
03 - Toss sliced steak with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil until evenly coated.
04 - Sear the beef on the hot griddle for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned. Push to one side of the griddle.
05 - Add onion, bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, corn, and jalapeño to the griddle. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until veggies are slightly charred but crisp-tender.
06 - Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
07 - Combine steak and vegetables. Pour the sauce over everything and toss well to coat evenly.
08 - Add butter and mix until melted and glossy, coating all ingredients.
09 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions and herbs. Serve hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything happens on one cooking surface, which means less cleanup and more time eating
- The high heat creates those gorgeous caramelized edges that make restaurant stir fry so addictive
02 -
- Crowding the griddle is the enemy of a good sear—work in batches if you need to, or use that push-to-the-side technique
- Pre-mixing your sauce means no frantic measuring while things are cooking hot and fast
03 -
- A few drops of liquid smoke in the sauce if you are cooking indoors adds that outdoor griddle flavor
- Having all ingredients prepped and within reach before you start is crucial—this cooks fast