Ground Beef and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

This ground beef and bell pepper stir-fry is a quick, colorful, and protein-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights. Sweet bell peppers are sautéed with savory beef and tossed in a simple soy-garlic sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• Green onions, for garnish

Directions

1. Cook beef: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat and set aside.
2. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add vegetable oil. Sauté chopped onion for 2 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
3. Add peppers: Stir in sliced bell peppers (use red, yellow, and green for color). Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
4. Combine: Return beef to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and ground black pepper. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce.
5. Simmer: Cook for another 2–3 minutes until flavors meld.
6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.