Description
A delicious dish combining crispy beef, flavorful peppers, and rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 500g beef sirloin or flank steak, cut into thin strips
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 fresh red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Coat the beef strips in a mixture of cornstarch and a pinch of salt, tossing to coat evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the beef in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, add more oil if needed, sauté the minced garlic and chopped chilies until fragrant.
- Add sliced bell peppers and cook until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Return the crispy beef to the pan and mix well.
- Add cooked rice, stirring to combine all ingredients. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
Use day-old rice for the best texture. Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying the beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian