Instructions:
Step 1
Sprinkle beef slices with baking soda, let sit for 5 minutes, then rinse under cold water and pat dry.
Step 2
Mix garlic, salt, sugar, black pepper, red pepper flakes, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and chili sauce in a bowl.
Step 3
Melt butter in a skillet, add onion and bell peppers, sauté until softened, then remove from skillet.
Step 4
Increase heat, add beef to skillet, sear for 1 minute, then stir-fry until cooked through.
Step 5
Return vegetables to skillet, pour sauce over beef and vegetables, stir well, and cook for 1 more minute.
Step 6
Garnish with sesame seeds or herbs if desired, and enjoy with rice, noodles, or salad.
Hope this helps make the recipe easier to follow!
Tips and variations:
Adjust ingredients like soy sauce or honey for personalized flavor.
Use flank steak or sirloin for variation, adjusting cooking times as needed.
Substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
Cook ahead and store for convenient weekday meals.
Substitute beef with tofu or tempeh, marinating for extra flavor.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds, peanuts, or drizzle with sriracha for flair.