Low-Carb Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas
A quick and flavorful low-carb stir-fry combining tender beef strips with crisp bell peppers and snow peas in a spicy garlic sauce. This asian-inspired low carb (low carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs flank steak, thinly sliced, medium red bell pepper, julienned, snow peas, trimmed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender; remove steak from wok and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 medium julienned red bell pepper and 1 cup trimmed snow peas, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return the cooked beef to the wok, then pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp sesame oil, and sprinkle 1/2 tsp red chili flakes. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes more until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef and vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Low-Carb Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Low-Carb Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep flank steak, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Low-Carb Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Low-Carb Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Low-Carb Spicy Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
