Tibs Sautéed Beef with Peppers and Onions
A classic Ethiopian dish featuring tender beef cubes sautéed with colorful bell peppers and onions, seasoned with mild berbere spices. This ethiopian-inspired beef ready in about 30 minutes pairs beef sirloin, vegetable oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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, cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large, sliced yellow onion
- 1 medium, sliced into strips green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp berbere spice blend
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb beef sirloin cubes and sear for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides but still slightly pink inside.
- Step 2: Remove beef from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add 1 large sliced yellow onion, 1 medium sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables soften and edges begin to caramelize.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp berbere spice blend to the vegetables, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return the beef to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary. Toss everything together and cook for another 3 minutes until flavors meld and beef reaches desired doneness.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice for brightness. Serve hot with injera or rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tibs Sautéed Beef with Peppers and Onions 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 Tibs Sautéed Beef with Peppers and Onions?
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 beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tibs Sautéed Beef with Peppers and Onions?
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 Tibs Sautéed Beef with Peppers and Onions 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 Tibs Sautéed Beef with Peppers and Onions?
Ethiopian 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.
