Filipino Beef Stir Fry

Ingredients

• 1 lb of beef, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 1 cup of snow peas

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the beef, soy sauce, garlic, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Mix until the beef is fully coated and set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the bell peppers, onions, and carrots and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook until the beef is cooked through, about 7 minutes. Add the snow peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Serve the beef stir fry over cooked rice or noodles.

Interesting Facts

• The traditional Filipino beef stir fry is called "Bistek Tagalog" and is usually served with a side of white rice.
• The marinade for the beef can be adjusted to your taste, adding more or less of the spices as desired.
• This dish is a great way to use up any vegetables you have in the fridge.