Beef with Bell Peppers and Onion 🫑🧅🥩

A quick and delicious stir-fry that’s perfect for a flavorful dinner!

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Ingredients:

• 500 g beef steak, thinly sliced into strips

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips (optional)

• 1 large onion, sliced into strips

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (optional)

• 1/2 teaspoon sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger (optional)

• 1/2 cup beef broth or water

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce (if using), sugar, pepper, and grated ginger. Set aside.

2. Stir-Fry the Beef:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.

   • Add the beef strips and cook for 2–3 minutes until browned.

   • Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.

3. Cook the Veggies:

   • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.

   • Sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Add the sliced onion and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.

4. Combine Everything:

   • Return the beef to the pan with the vegetables.

   • Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well to coat everything.

   • Add the beef broth or water and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.

5. Thicken the Sauce:

   • Stir in the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch + water) and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.

6. Serve:

   • Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

   • Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.