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Beef Stir Fry with Honey Pepper Sauce

Beef Stir Fry with Honey Pepper Sauce
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A quick and flavorful Beef Stir Fry with Honey Pepper Sauce featuring tender beef strips, crisp vegetables, and a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights, this nutritious and versatile dish comes together in under 30 minutes and pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles.

Ingredients

Scale

Beef

  • Tender beef strips (flank or sirloin), about 1 lb (450g)

Vegetables

  • 1–2 bell peppers, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • Optional: snow peas, broccoli florets, or carrots, peeled and sliced (about 1 cup total)

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons water

Other

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness. Chop the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces, mince the garlic, and grate fresh ginger. Doing all prep work first helps speed up the cooking process.
  2. Make the Honey Pepper Sauce: In a small bowl, combine honey, cracked black pepper, soy sauce, and water. Stir until well blended and set aside while cooking the beef.
  3. Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips in a single layer and cook quickly until just browned. Remove the beef and set aside to avoid overcooking and keep the meat juicy.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: Using the same pan, add bell peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender and fragrant.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Return the beef to the pan and pour the honey pepper sauce over all. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and evenly coats the beef and vegetables.
  6. Serve Immediately: Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice, noodles, or your preferred base for a colorful and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Slice beef thinly and against the grain for tender bites.
  • Use high heat to quickly sear beef and vegetables, locking in flavor and texture.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary to prevent steaming.
  • Adjust honey and black pepper levels to balance sweetness and spice to your taste.
  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best aromatic flavor.

Nutrition

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