Quick Beef and Pepper Skillet with Onions

About this recipe

Thinly sliced beef, sweet peppers, and onions cook quickly in one skillet for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve over rice, with noodles, or in tortillas.

Ingredients

• 1 pound thinly sliced beef
• ½ teaspoon fine salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon neutral oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 2 sweet peppers, thinly sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• ¼ cup beef broth

Instructions

1. Pat the beef dry. Toss it with the salt, black pepper, and cornstarch.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Sear the beef in a single layer for about 1 minute per side, working in batches if needed. Transfer to a plate.
4. Add the onion and peppers to the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring often.
5. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
6. Return the beef and any juices to the skillet. Add the soy sauce and beef broth.
7. Toss for 1–2 minutes, until the beef is hot and coated. Serve over rice, with noodles, or in warm tortillas.

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