This easy beef stir-fry recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have much time to prepare a meal. It takes less than 30 minutes to make from start to finish and is packed with flavor. Plus, you can customize the ingredients to suit your own taste preferences.
Ingredients
To make this beef stir-fry recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound of beef, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup of broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat the vegetable and sesame oils in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
2. Add the beef strips and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the sliced bell peppers and broccoli florets, and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, soy sauce, brown sugar and 1/4 cup water.
6. Add the beef back to the skillet and pour the cornstarch mixture over the top, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the meat and vegetables.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot with rice or noodles.
Customization Tips
If you want to customize this beef stir-fry recipe, there are a few things you can do:
- Add different vegetables such as carrots, mushrooms, or snap peas.
- Use a different cut of beef, such as sirloin or flank steak.
- Add some spice with red pepper flakes or Sriracha sauce.
- Serve over white rice, brown rice, or noodles.
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