North Compass-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers
A bold and flavorful beef stir fry seasoned with a north-inspired blend of warming spices and colorful bell peppers for contrast and crunch. This asian fusion-inspired beef ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into thin wedges yellow onion
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2, thinly sliced for garnish scallions
- 1 tsp for garnish toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated steak in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender; remove steak and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same wok, add 1 sliced medium yellow onion, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large sliced green bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the vegetables and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Return the cooked steak to the wok and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce is well combined.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does North Compass-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 North Compass-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in North Compass-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 North Compass-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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.
What goes well with North Compass-Spiced Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
Asian Fusion 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.
