Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos

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Tender strips of beef sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, flavored with coconut aminos for a Whole30-friendly stir-fry. This asian fusion-inspired whole30 (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs medium, thinly sliced yellow onion, coconut aminos, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound thinly sliced flank steak and sauté for 3-4 minutes until browned but still juicy. Remove steak from pan and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger to the hot pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 1 medium sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return beef to the pan and pour in 3 tablespoons coconut aminos. Stir everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through and sauce lightly coats the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Garnish with 2 chopped green onions before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos?

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 coconut aminos from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos?

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 Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, paleo, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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