Street-Style Spicy Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A vibrant stir fry featuring thinly sliced beef and colorful bell peppers tossed in a spicy, savory sauce reminiscent of bustling city street food. This chinese-inspired st. patrick’s day ready in about 30 minutes pairs medium, sliced red bell pepper, medium, sliced green bell pepper, small, thinly sliced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add steak slices in a single layer and sear without stirring for 1-2 minutes, then stir-fry for another 2 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium-high, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp minced ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced green bell pepper, and 1 thinly sliced small onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Pour over vegetables and return beef to the wok. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately with steamed rice for a satisfying street-style meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Street-Style Spicy Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Street-Style Spicy 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 small, thinly sliced onion from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Street-Style Spicy 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 Street-Style Spicy 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.

What goes well with Street-Style Spicy Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

Chinese st. patrick’s day 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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