Basil Beef Recipe
Savor the bold flavors of tender beef stir-fried with aromatic basil and a blend of savory sauces for a deliciously satisfying dish.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients and chop the basil, slice the red bell pepper, and chop the green onions.
- 2
Cook the Beef
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add Aromatics
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Season the Mixture
Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
- 5
Incorporate Vegetables
Add the sliced red bell pepper and chopped green onions. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 6
Add Basil
Remove the skillet from heat and fold in the fresh basil leaves. Stir until the basil is wilted.
- 7
Serve
Serve the basil beef hot over rice or noodles, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
