Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir Fry with Ginger Soy Glaze

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Tender strips of beef quickly sautéed with crunchy bell peppers and finished with a vibrant ginger soy glaze for an easy weeknight stir fry. This asian-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 30 minutes pairs flank steak, thinly sliced, fresh ginger, grated, garlic, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water to create the ginger soy glaze mixture.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and sauté for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 large sliced red bell pepper and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour the ginger soy glaze over all ingredients. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and peppers.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir Fry with Ginger Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Ginger Soy Glaze?

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 Sautéed Beef and Bell Pepper Stir Fry with Ginger Soy Glaze?

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 Ginger Soy Glaze 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 Ginger Soy Glaze 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.

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