Description

In about 20 minutes, this delicious Chinese inspired stir fry can be on your table. Serve it over rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 2 T. olive oil, divided
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch cubes or strips
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch cubes or strips
• 8 oz. flank steak, sliced in strips against the grain*
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 c. brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 t. sesame oil
• 1 t. ground ginger
• 1 T. cornstarch
• cooked rice, for serving
• Optional additions: water chestnuts, onions, matchstick carrots, broccoli florets, pea pods.

Steps

1. Add 1 T. olive oil to a medium sized skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add bell peppers; cook 1-2 minutes until tender; transfer to a plate; set aside.
2. Turn heat to high; add the flank steak; cook on both sides to sear; reduce heat to medium-high; cook until no longer pink and brown on each side.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and cornstarch.