Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe 🍖🫑

Ingredients

For the Beef

• 500 g beef sirloin or flank steak (thinly sliced)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)

Vegetables

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 medium onion, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp ginger, minced

Stir-Fry Sauce

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• ½ cup beef broth or water

• 1 tsp cornstarch (for thickening)

For Cooking

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• Fresh chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the beef

Slice beef thinly against the grain.

Mix with:

• soy sauce

• cornstarch

• black pepper

• sesame oil

Marinate 10–15 minutes.

2. Prepare the sauce

In a bowl mix:

• soy sauce

• oyster sauce

• hoisin sauce

• brown sugar

• beef broth

• cornstarch

Stir well.

3. Cook the beef

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan or wok over high heat.

Cook beef for 2–3 minutes until browned.

Remove and set aside.

4. Cook vegetables

Add remaining oil.

Stir-fry:

• garlic

• ginger
  for 30 seconds.

Add:

• bell peppers

• onions

Cook 3–4 minutes (keep slightly crunchy).

5. Combine everything

Return beef to the pan.

Pour in the sauce and cook 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything.

6. Serve

Garnish with green onions or parsley.

Serve hot with:

• steamed rice 🍚

• noodles 🍜

Tips for Restaurant-Style Stir-Fry 🔥

• Use high heat.

• Don’t overcrowd the pan.

• Slice beef very thin.

Common Questions (Q&A)

Q1: What is the best beef cut for stir-fry?

Best cuts:

• Flank steak

• Sirloin

• Ribeye

They stay tender when cooked quickly.

Q2: Why is my beef tough?

Possible reasons:

• sliced with the grain

• overcooked

• low heat

Always slice against the grain.

Q3: Can I replace beef with chicken?

Yes. Use chicken breast or thighs and cook the same way.

Q4: Can I make it spicy?

Add:

• chili flakes

• sliced fresh chilies

• chili sauce

Q5: Can I add more vegetables?

Yes, great additions include:

• broccoli

• mushrooms

• snap peas

• carrots

Q6: How long can leftovers last?

• Fridge: 3–4 days

• Freezer: 1–2 months