Here’s a complete, flavorful recipe:
🍜 Beef and Bell Pepper Noodle Skillet
Ingredients
(Serves 4)
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8 oz noodles (spaghetti, ramen, or rice noodles)
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1 lb ground beef or thinly sliced steak (sirloin or flank)
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1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 small onion, thinly sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional but adds great flavor)
Sauce:
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¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
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2 tbsp oyster sauce or hoisin sauce
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1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
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1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
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Red pepper flakes or hot sauce (optional, to taste)
Instructions
1. Cook the noodles
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Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente.
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Drain and set aside; toss lightly with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking.
2. Brown the beef
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Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add ground beef (or sliced steak) and cook until browned.
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Drain excess fat if needed. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the vegetables
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In the same skillet, heat oil.
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Add onion, bell peppers, and ginger; sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
4. Combine everything
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Return beef to the skillet.
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Pour in sauce mixture and stir to coat.
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Add noodles, tossing well to combine.
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Cook 2–3 minutes more, until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
5. Serve
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Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or chopped cilantro.
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Serve hot straight from the skillet!
💡 Tips
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Use ramen noodles for a more Asian-style dish or egg noodles for a comforting classic feel.
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Add extra veggies like mushrooms, carrots, or snap peas for color and crunch.
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A drizzle of toasted sesame oil at the end gives it a restaurant-quality finish.
Would you like me to give you a spicy garlic butter version of this skillet — rich, glossy, and perfect for noodle lovers? 🔥
