Seven-Coaster Inspired Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A bold and spicy stir-fry featuring tender beef strips and colorful bell peppers, inspired by thrilling amusement park excitement. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs stalks, chopped green onions, minced garlic cloves, minced ginger 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1/2 tsp salt until evenly coated; set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp red chili flakes, and 2 tbsp water; set this sauce aside.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  4. Step 4: In the same wok, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, and 3 chopped green onions; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Return the beef to the wok, pour in the prepared sauce, and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Seven-Coaster Inspired Spicy Stir-Fried Beef 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 Seven-Coaster Inspired Spicy Stir-Fried Beef 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 stalks, chopped green onions from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Seven-Coaster Inspired Spicy Stir-Fried Beef 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 Seven-Coaster Inspired Spicy Stir-Fried Beef 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 Seven-Coaster Inspired Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Bell Peppers?

Asian stir fry 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.

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