Spicy Sautéed Beef Strips with Bell Peppers and Soy Glaze
Tender beef strips quickly sautéed with crisp bell peppers and a savory-spicy soy glaze for a fast, flavorful meal. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs sirloin beef strips, large red bell pepper, sliced, large green bell pepper, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin beef strips
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb sirloin beef strips and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned but still tender.
- Step 3: Push the beef to one side and add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp grated ginger to the pan, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 1 large red bell pepper and 1 large green bell pepper sliced, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha sauce, and 2 tsp sesame oil, tossing everything to coat evenly and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 chopped green onions on top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Sautéed Beef Strips with Bell Peppers and Soy Glaze 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 Spicy Sautéed Beef Strips with Bell Peppers and 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 sirloin beef strips from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Sautéed Beef Strips with Bell Peppers and 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 Spicy Sautéed Beef Strips with Bell Peppers and 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.
What goes well with Spicy Sautéed Beef Strips with Bell Peppers and Soy Glaze?
Asian beef 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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