Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers
A Delicious Side Dish Recipe: Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers
Introducing ‘Stir-Fried Beef with Green Peppers,’ packed with the crisp texture and abundant vitamins of late-season green peppers, stir-fried with fragrant beef. It’s a dish that can be enjoyed elegantly like Chinese-style pepper steak, and it’s incredibly appetizing. With its simple yet rich flavor, it will capture the taste buds of the whole family. The sweet and spicy sauce seeps well into the green peppers and beef, making you want to finish a whole bowl of rice in no time. Try this healthy and delicious dish using seasonal green peppers right now!
Main Ingredients
- Beef (e.g., eye of round) 150g
- Green peppers 20 pcs
- Onion 150g
- Red chili pepper 1 pc (for garnish)
- Scallion 1/2 stalk
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the beef. Slice lean beef, such as eye of round, thinly into finger-length strips. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of mirin to remove any gamey odor, then season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently mix and marinate. This step will make the beef tender and more flavorful.
Step 2
Wash the green peppers thoroughly. Cut them in half lengthwise, remove the seeds, and slice them into strips similar in length to the beef. You can leave the seeds in if you prefer more heat, or remove them according to your preference.
Step 3
Slice the onion into strips similar in length to the green peppers. Try not to slice them too thinly; this will help maintain their crisp texture when stir-fried.
Step 4
Heat a pan with a very small amount of cooking oil. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry quickly. Avoid overcooking the beef, as it can become tough. Cook just until the surface is browned, then remove it from the pan and set aside. Stir-frying separately like this helps keep the beef tender.
Step 5
In the same pan, add the sliced onion and stir-fry until translucent. Then, add the sliced scallion (cut into strips the same length as the peppers) and stir-fry together. For added color, finely slice the red chili pepper (seeds removed) and add it to the pan. Finally, add the green peppers and stir-fry just until they soften slightly, preserving their crispness.
Step 6
Return the pre-cooked beef to the pan. Mix everything together and stir-fry briskly until well combined. Ensure the beef and vegetables are evenly coated.
Step 7
Now, let’s season the dish. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to season the mixture. For an extra layer of umami, you can add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce. If you prefer a touch of sweetness, add 1 teaspoon of honey to adjust the sweetness level.
Step 8
Finally, turn off the heat and garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a drizzle of sesame oil. The nutty aroma of sesame oil will enhance the deliciousness of your stir-fried beef and green peppers. Serve it over warm rice and enjoy!
