Stir-Fried Beef and Bell Peppers in Oyster Sauce
This high-energy stir-fry features beef, bell peppers, and king trumpet mushrooms, finished with a rich, savory oyster sauce-based blend. By massaging the marinade and potato starch into the beef before cooking, the meat stays incredibly tender and locks in its juices. It pairs perfectly with rice, making it an ideal choice for bento boxes or meal prep. Chef's tips: (1) Adding mirin to the beef first helps tenderize the meat while adding depth and a subtle sweetness. ✨ (2) Coating the meat with potato starch locks in the juices and flavor, preventing it from becoming tough even after it cools. 💡 (3) Tearing the bell peppers and mushrooms by hand increases their surface area, allowing the sauce to coat them much more effectively. 🍳 (4) Always mix the sauce in advance and add it all at once to prevent the meat from drying out due to overcooking. ⚠️ (5) Beef is very delicate, so avoid overcooking it at all costs. Work quickly once the sauce is added. 👥
- Time: 20 min
- Servings: 2
Source: ChefChef
Ingredients
- Thinly sliced beef
- Bell peppers
- King trumpet mushrooms
- Soy sauce
- Mirin
- Sake
- Sesame oil
- Potato starch
- Oyster sauce
- Sugar
- Chicken bouillon powder
- Grated garlic
- as needed Sesame oil