Description
Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
For the beef:
500 g beef sirloin, thinly sliced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
For the sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp brown sugar
2 tbsp water
1 tsp cornstarch
For the stir-fry:
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the beef:
In a bowl, mix the beef slices with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, water, and cornstarch. Set aside.
3. Cook the beef:
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir-fry the beef in batches for 1-2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. Cook the vegetables:
Add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Combine and serve:
Return the beef to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until everything is coated and the sauce thickens.
Garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
