Spicy Beef With Peppers Recipe

Name: Spicy Beef With Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided; 4 tablespoons dry sherry or beef broth, divided; 4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 pound beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup cold water; 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 1 green pepper, sliced; 1 sweet red pepper, sliced; Cooked rice or chow mein noodles

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
4 tablespoons dry sherry or beef broth, divided
4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cold water
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 green pepper, sliced
1 sweet red pepper, sliced
Cooked rice or chow mein noodles

1
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons sherry, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, garlic and pepper flakes. Add beef and toss to coat. Set aside.
2
In another bowl, combine water with remaining cornstarch, sherry and soy sauce. Set aside.
3
In a wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil on medium-high. Add green and red peppers; stir-fry 3 minutes. Remove peppers to a platter.
4
Add remaining oil and half of the beef; stir-fry until no longer pink. Remove and stir-fry remaining beef.
5
Return peppers and beef to pan. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook 1 minute or until thickened. Serve with rice.

501

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided, 4 tablespoons dry sherry or beef broth, divided, 4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Beef With Peppers falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Spicy Beef With Peppers

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