Steak Stir Fry (Chow Steak Kow)

Name: Steak Stir Fry (Chow Steak Kow)
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 pound beef ribeye or sirloin steak ((cut into 1-inch/2.5cm cubes)); 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil ((divided)); 1/8 teaspoon baking soda ((optional tenderizer, depending on the quality of your steak)); 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt ((or to taste)); 5 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon ketchup; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ((optional)); 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons oyster sauce; 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch ((mixed into a slurry with 1 tablespoon water)); 12 ounces fresh bok choy ((cut and thoroughly washed)); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3-4 slices fresh ginger ((smashed)); 3 cloves garlic ((chopped)); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon sugar; 1/8 teaspoon MSG ((optional))

Instructions

Prep:40minCook:20min

This Steak Stir Fry (chow steak kow) is not your standard beef stir-fry. Tender, rich ribeye or sirloin steak bites are cooked in a soy garlic sauce—with some American touches—and served over a bed of crisp bok choy.

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:27:31 GMT