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Spicy Beef and Mushroom Stir-Fry with Red Peppers

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a spicy sauce, served over brown jasmine rice.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 lb sirloin steak (frozen for 15-20 minutes before slicing)

Vegetables

  • 8 oz mushrooms (button or cremini) (sliced)
  • 2 large red bell peppers (thinly sliced)
  • ½ large onion (thinly sliced)

Aromatics

  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)

Sauces & Condiments

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 3 teaspoons red curry paste
  • 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon plus 3 teaspoons cornstarch (divided)
  • 6 teaspoons canola oil (divided)

Carbohydrate Base

  • 3 cups cooked brown jasmine rice
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Seasoning

  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions 

  • Place the sirloin in the freezer for 15-20 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain and season with salt and pepper. Toss with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
  • Whisk together soy sauce, red curry paste, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, beef broth, and 3 teaspoons of cornstarch to make the sauce. Set aside.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons of canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. Stir-fry mushrooms, peppers, and onions for 5-6 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Remove vegetables.
  • Wipe the skillet, then heat another 2 teaspoons of oil. Cook half the beef 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Repeat with remaining beef.
  • Return beef and vegetables to skillet, pour in sauce, and toss. Bring to a boil, then simmer 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  • Serve over rice, garnished with cilantro. Optional: add chili flakes or sriracha for extra spice.

Notes

For extra spice, add chili flakes or sriracha before serving. Mushrooms can be substituted with zucchini or snap peas for variety.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Beef, Stir Fry