Beef and Pepper Stir-Fry

By Addie

This stir-fry is quick and easy to make and perfect when you are in a hurry but want to serve a nice meal.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
• 4 tablespoons beef broth, divided or
• 4 tablespoons dry sherry, divided
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed (upto 1 teaspoon)
• 1 pound top sirloin, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil, divided
• 1 green pepper, cut into strips
• 1 sweet red pepper, cut into strips
• Chow mein noodles or hot cooked rice

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons broth or sherry, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, garlic and red pepper flakes. Add beef and toss to coat; set aside.

In a small bowl, combine water with remaining cornstarch, broth and soy sauce; set aside.

In a wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add green and red peppers; stir-fry for 1 minute or until crisp-tender. Remove peppers to a platter.

Add remaining oil and half of the beef to the pan; stir-fry for 1-2 minutes or until beef is no longer pink. Remove to platter. Stir-fry the remaining beef. Return peppers and beef to pan. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened. Cook 1 minute longer. Serve immediately over chow mein noodles or rice.

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REVIEW:

This is our favorite stir fry recipe. I make it all the time, and I would recommend it to everyone.