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Garlic Beef and Pepper Skillet

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A robust, savory dish combining tender beef strips with caramelized bell peppers in a garlicky, umami-rich sauce. Ready in 35 minutes, this Asian-inspired skillet meal offers bold flavors with minimal effort. Serve with rice or noodles for a satisfying, balanced meal.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb flank steak or sirloin, sliced against the grain
2 red bell peppers, julienned
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp unrefined cane sugar or honey
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
1/4 cup water or beef broth
Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil
Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant
Add beef strips in a single layer; cook 2-3 minutes per side without overcrowding
Remove beef and set aside
Add peppers to pan; cook 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp
In same pan, mix soy sauce, sugar, water/broth, and 1 tbsp reserved beef oil
Return beef to pan with peppers; simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce reduces
Finish with garnish of green onions

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness
Use tamari for gluten-free version
Add broccoli florets or carrots for additional veggies
Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Pan Searing
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 8500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg