Description
Sweet Garlic Chili Stir-Fried Beef is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender beef strips with a sweet and spicy garlic-chili sauce. This quick and easy stir-fry features colorful bell peppers and aromatic garlic, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its restaurant-quality taste, this dish will impress your family and friends alike. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s sure to delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak, sliced into thin strips
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 2 tbsp chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips for tenderness.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, chili paste, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with a splash of oil.
- Add beef strips in a single layer; cook until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes). Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Toss in bell peppers and garlic; stir-fry until vegetables are tender (about 2-3 minutes).
- Pour in the sauce; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg