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Better Beijing Beef

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A quick and delicious dish featuring tender flank steak, vibrant vegetables, and a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound flank steak, sliced thin against the grain Can substitute with chicken or tofu.
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Can swap with honey for sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust to taste.
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the sliced flank steak in a large bowl and toss it with cornstarch until each slice is evenly coated. Let sit for 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the coated beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the red and green bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until the veggies are tender-crisp.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour this mixture over the sautéed vegetables and stir to combine.
  4. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss everything together until heated through and the beef is glazed with the sauce, approximately 2 minutes.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat thoroughly to 165°F.
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