Sautéed Garlic Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers
A quick and flavorful Asian-inspired beef stir-fry combining tender strips of beef with crisp bell peppers, fragrant garlic, and fresh ginger. This asian-inspired stir fry (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs minced fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2, sliced thinly green onions
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring to get a good sear, then stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté over medium-high heat for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 3: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return beef to the skillet. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using). Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving over rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Garlic Ginger 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 minced fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Ginger 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 Sautéed Garlic Ginger 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.
Is Sautéed Garlic Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers 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.
