How to prepare Stir-Fried Beef & Peppers with Crispy Fries & Spicy Cucumber Salad

A bold, colorful, flavor-packed plate! Tender stir-fried beef tossed with peppers in a savory sauce, paired with golden fries and a refreshing spicy cucumber salad. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that feels like takeout—but better!

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Stir-Fried Beef & Peppers

1 lb beef strips

1 tbsp oil

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 small onion (optional), sliced

1 tsp garlic, minced

Sauce:

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin)

1 tsp chili flakes

1 tsp brown sugar

½ tsp black pepper

Crispy Fries

Frozen or fresh fries

Salt & pepper

Spicy Cucumber Salad

1 cup sliced cucumber

Lettuce leaves

1 tsp chili flakes or chili oil

1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice

Pinch of salt

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  1. Cook the Fries

Bake or air-fry until crispy and golden.

Season lightly with salt.

  1. Stir-Fry the Beef

Heat oil in a pan over medium-high.

Add beef and sear until browned.

Add garlic, peppers, and onion; stir-fry 2–3 minutes.

Add all sauce ingredients.

Toss until glossy and well-coated.

  1. Make the Cucumber Salad

Mix cucumbers with chili flakes, vinegar, and salt.

Place over fresh lettuce.

  1. Assemble the Plate

Serve the saucy beef and peppers with crispy fries and chilled cucumber salad.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Kcal: ~650 per serving
Servings: 1–2

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