Beef stir-fry with sweet peppers and green beans
A savory and colorful dish featuring tender beef strips stir-fried with sweet peppers and crisp green beans.
Instructions
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Marinate the Beef
- Slice beef into thin strips and place in a bowl.
- Add soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of black pepper to the bowl.
- Mix well to coat the beef evenly in the marinade.
- Let the beef marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Marinate the Beef
- Slice beef into thin strips and place in a bowl.
- Add soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of black pepper to the bowl.
- Mix well to coat the beef evenly in the marinade.
- Let the beef marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the Vegetables
- Trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice sweet peppers into thin strips, removing seeds and membranes.
- Stir-Fry the Beef
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef strips to the hot skillet.
- Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned and cooked through.
- Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables
- In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed.
- Add the sliced sweet peppers and green beans to the skillet.
- Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine and Season
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables.
- Stir everything together to combine.
- Season with additional soy sauce or salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve Hot
- Transfer the beef stir-fry with sweet peppers and green beans to a serving dish.
- Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!
- Bon Appétit!
- Delight in the savory flavors of your homemade beef stir-fry. Enjoy!
Recipe notes
- Choose tender cuts of beef like sirloin or flank steak for the best results.
- For added heat, include sliced chili peppers or a dash of chili flakes in the stir-fry.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or snap peas for variety.
- Serve the stir-fry immediately to enjoy the crisp texture of the vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated, but note that the vegetables may soften upon reheating.
- Adjust the seasoning and soy sauce according to your taste preference.
Ingredients
Scaled from 1 serving
Measurement system
For the Beef Marinade:
- 300 grams beef, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or sesame)
- 200 grams green beans, trimmed and cut
- 2 sweet peppers, sliced
- Pinch salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Pinch of sesame seeds