20-Min Pepper Steak with Fried Rice
Tender beef strips seared with bell peppers and onions in a silky soy-ginger sauce, served over crispy fried rice. A weeknight stir-fry that tastes like takeout but comes together in one skillet.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice beef against the grain into thin 1/4-inch strips; pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.
Step 3
Working in batches, sear beef 90 seconds per side without stirring; transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add more oil if needed, then stir-fry peppers and onion until edges soften, about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in ginger and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then add soy sauce and return beef to pan.
Step 6
Toss for 1 minute until everything is coated and hot, then serve over warm fried rice.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or large wok
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- paper towels
- wooden spoon or spatula
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