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Trending Stir-fried Beef with Peppers
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Trending Stir-fried Beef with Peppers
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Trending Stir-fried Beef with Peppers

This quick and flavorful stir-fried beef with peppers recipe, popular in China, features tender strips of beef marinated and quickly stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers, ginger, and garlic, all coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. It's a perfect weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Slicing the Beef
Slicing the Beef

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Chinese
English
Nutrition (per serving)
400
Calories
28g
Protein
18g
Carbs
22g
Fat
Prepped Vegetables
Prepped Vegetables

Ingredients

  • Beef (Flank Steak or Sirloin)
    (thinly sliced against the grain)

    400 grams
  • Green Bell Pepper
    (sliced into strips)

    1 large
  • Red Bell Pepper
    (sliced into strips)

    1 large
  • Ginger
    (minced)

    20 grams
  • Garlic
    (minced)

    3 cloves
  • Soy Sauce

    3 tablespoons
  • Shaoxing Cooking Wine
    (for marinade and sauce)

    1 tablespoon
  • Cornstarch
    (1 tbsp for marinade, 1 tbsp for sauce)

    2 tablespoons
  • Vegetable Oil
    (divided)

    4 tablespoons
  • Salt
    (or to taste)

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Sugar

    1 teaspoon
  • Oyster Sauce

    1 tablespoon
  • Water or Chicken Broth

    0.3 cup
Servings: 4
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Stir-frying in the Wok
Stir-frying in the Wok

Instructions

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  • 1

    Thinly slice the beef against the grain into bite-sized strips. In a bowl, marinate the beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of Shaoxing cooking wine, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
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    Thinly slice the beef against the grain into bite-sized strips. In a bowl, marinate the beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of Shaoxing cooking wine, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
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    Slicing against the grain ensures tender beef. Marinating helps tenderize and flavor the meat.
  • 2

    While the beef marinates, prepare the vegetables. Slice the green and red bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the ginger and garlic.
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    While the beef marinates, prepare the vegetables. Slice the green and red bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the ginger and garlic.
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    Have all your ingredients prepped before you start cooking, as stir-fries cook very quickly.
  • 3

    In a small bowl, prepare the stir-fry sauce by combining the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1/4 cup of water or chicken broth. Whisk until smooth.
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    In a small bowl, prepare the stir-fry sauce by combining the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1/4 cup of water or chicken broth. Whisk until smooth.
    2m

    Preparing the sauce in advance makes the cooking process smoother and faster.
  • 4

    Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned and mostly cooked through. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
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    Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned and mostly cooked through. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
    3m

    Do not overcrowd the wok; cook the beef in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
  • 5

    Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the minced ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
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    Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the minced ginger and garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
    3m

    Keep the heat high to get a good char on the vegetables without overcooking them.
  • 6

    Return the cooked beef to the wok with the vegetables. Give the prepared sauce a quick stir and pour it over the beef and peppers. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients evenly.
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    Return the cooked beef to the wok with the vegetables. Give the prepared sauce a quick stir and pour it over the beef and peppers. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients evenly.
    2m

    Ensure the sauce is well mixed before adding it to prevent cornstarch from clumping.
  • 7

    Transfer the stir-fried beef with peppers to a serving platter. Serve immediately with steamed white rice.
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    Transfer the stir-fried beef with peppers to a serving platter. Serve immediately with steamed white rice.
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    Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
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