Quick Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers with Garlic and Ginger
Tender slices of beef stir-fried with colorful bell peppers, fresh garlic, and ginger in a savory soy sauce glaze, perfect for a speedy weeknight meal. This asian-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 22 minutes pairs medium, julienned red bell pepper, medium, julienned yellow bell pepper, minced garlic cloves 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, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 1 medium, julienned red bell pepper
- 1 medium, julienned yellow bell pepper
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 sliced green onions
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and sear, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until just browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pan, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 medium julienned red bell pepper and 1 medium julienned yellow bell pepper, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until peppers begin to soften but remain crisp.
- Step 4: Return beef to the pan and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until beef is cooked through and sauce coats all ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers with Garlic and Ginger 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 Quick Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers with Garlic and Ginger?
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 cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers with Garlic and Ginger?
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 Quick Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers with Garlic and Ginger 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 Quick Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers with Garlic and Ginger high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
