Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary sensory experience! This Five Pepper Stir Fried Beef isn't just a recipe – it's a bold, spicy journey that combines multiple pepper varieties to create a dish so tantalizing, it'll make your mouth water before you even take the first bite. Perfect for spice lovers and adventurous home cooks, this recipe promises to deliver a punch of flavor that will elevate your cooking game and impress even the most discerning dinner guests.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, sliced
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all the ingredients: 1 lb of thinly sliced beef, 1 sliced bell pepper, 1 sliced jalapeño, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of white pepper, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and 1 sliced onion.
- Prepare your beef by slicing it thinly against the grain. This will ensure tenderness. If the beef is slightly frozen, it will be easier to slice.
- Slice the bell pepper and jalapeño into thin strips. For the jalapeño, you can remove the seeds if you prefer a milder flavor.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, black pepper, white pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to ensure the beef is evenly coated. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Make sure the oil is hot before adding the beef to achieve a good sear.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet in a single layer. Sear the beef for about 2-3 minutes without stirring to allow it to develop a nice crust.
- After the beef has seared, stir-fry it for an additional 2 minutes until it is cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sliced onion. Stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and jalapeño to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the peppers are tender but still crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss everything together. Stir-fry for an additional minute to combine the flavors and heat through.
- Serve the Five Pepper Stir Fried Beef hot, garnished with additional sliced peppers or herbs if desired. Enjoy it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Tips
- Meat Preparation: For the most tender beef, slice against the grain and consider partially freezing the meat for easier, thinner cutting.
- Pepper Heat Management: Remove jalapeño seeds if you prefer a milder dish, or keep them for extra heat. You can also adjust the red pepper flakes to control spice level.
- Wok or Skillet Temperature: Ensure your cooking surface is hot before adding ingredients to achieve that perfect sear and prevent steaming.
- Don't Overcrowd: Cook beef in a single layer to ensure proper searing and prevent moisture buildup.
- Marination Magic: Let the beef marinate for at least 10 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Quick Cooking: Stir-fry on high heat to maintain the crisp texture of vegetables and prevent overcooking the beef.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles to capture the dish at its most flavorful moment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 105mg
