Mountain Lion Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Garlic

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A quick and vibrant stir-fry featuring tender strips of mountain lion meat tossed with colorful bell peppers and a savory garlic sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 22 minutes pairs thinly sliced mountain lion meat, medium, julienned red bell pepper, medium, julienned yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 8 oz thinly sliced mountain lion meat and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until just browned and cooked through. Remove meat from pan and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same pan, add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 medium julienned red bell pepper and 1 medium julienned yellow bell pepper, stir-frying for 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Return the cooked mountain lion meat to the pan, then add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats all ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions, and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Mountain Lion Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Mountain Lion Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Garlic?

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 minced garlic from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Mountain Lion Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Garlic?

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 Mountain Lion Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

What goes well with Mountain Lion Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Garlic?

Asian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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