Beef With Red and Green Peppers Chinese Style

Name: Beef With Red and Green Peppers Chinese Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium-size sweet red peppers; 2 medium-size green peppers; 1 pound lean, tender beef, like fillet of beef or flank steak; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 1/4 teaspoon red hot-pepper flakes; 1 cup corn or vegetable oil; 1 cup coarsely chopped scallions; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 1 teaspoon sugar or honey; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 2 tablespoons fresh or canned chicken broth; Salt to taste, if desired

Servings: persons

2 medium-size sweet red peppers
2 medium-size green peppers
1 pound lean, tender beef, like fillet of beef or flank steak
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon red hot-pepper flakes
1 cup corn or vegetable oil
1 cup coarsely chopped scallions
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon sugar or honey
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons fresh or canned chicken broth
Salt to taste, if desired

1
Core and remove the seeds from the red and green peppers.
2
Cut peppers into thin strips about 1 1/2 inches long.
3
Slice the meat across the grain into thin strips 1 1/2 to 2 inches long.
4
Place in a bowl and add the cornstarch, soy sauce and pepper flakes and 2 tablespoons of the oil.
5
(The oil keeps the meat from sticking together while cooking.)
6
Blend well and let stand 15 minutes.
7
Heat the remaining oil in a wok or skillet large enough to hold the ingredients.
8
When the oil is very hot add the meat and cook, stirring, about 30 seconds until separated.
9
Drain the meat in a sieve over a bowl to catch the drippings and reserve the oil.
10
Wipe out the wok and return 2 tablespoons of the oil to it.
11
Heat the oil and add the peppers, scallions and garlic.
12
Cook over high heat until crisp and tender, about 1 minute.
13
Add the sugar, wine, chicken broth and salt if desired.
14
Add the beef and cook quickly, stirring, until just heated through.
15
Serve immediately.

920

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium-size sweet red peppers, 2 medium-size green peppers, 1 pound lean, tender beef, like fillet of beef or flank steak, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Beef With Red and Green Peppers Chinese Style falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!