Beef Tibs with Green Pepper and Lime

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A quick, savory stir-fry of tender beef strips with bell peppers, garlic, and citrus, seasoned with Ethiopian spices for a vibrant, satisfying dish. This Ethiopian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs Beef sirloin, Green bell pepper, Onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb beef sirloin against the grain into 1/4-inch thick strips. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and let sit for 5 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (375°F/190°C) until shimmering. Add 2 medium thinly sliced green bell peppers and 1 medium thinly sliced onion, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften and caramelize slightly.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 1 1/2 tbsp berbere spice mix and cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices without burning.
  4. Step 4: Add the seasoned beef strips to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside (medium doneness).
  5. Step 5: Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the beef and peppers, stirring to combine. Cook for 1 more minute until the liquid evaporates and the flavors meld. Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking.

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