Savory Chinese-Style Beef-Stuffed Peppers
Transform your dinner with these Savory Chinese-Style Beef-Stuffed Peppers! Each juicy green bell pepper is filled with a delicious mixture of lean ground beef, fragrant onions, and savory mushrooms, all marinated in a harmonious blend of soy sauce and sherry. Baked to perfection, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also for the taste buds. Serve over a bed of rice to soak up the delicious sauce and enjoy a nutritious and flavorful meal perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Onion
1 (diced finely)
Fresh Mushrooms
4-6 ounces (diced finely)
Egg
1 (beaten)
Lean Ground Beef
6-8 ounces (raw)
Green Peppers
4 medium (halved and seeded)
Oil
1 teaspoon (for marinating)
Sugar
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (for seasoning)
Cornflour
1 teaspoon (for marinating)
Sherry Wine
1 teaspoon (for marinating)
Thin Soy Sauce
1 teaspoon (for marinating)
Pepper
1 dash (for seasoning)
Oil
for cooking (as needed)
Water
1/2 cup (for sauce)
Cornflour
1 teaspoon (for sauce)
Thin Soy Sauce
1 teaspoon (for sauce)
Sugar
1/2 teaspoon (for sauce)
Instructions
1
Begin by finely dicing the onion and mushrooms. Beat the egg in a separate bowl and set all ingredients aside.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with sherry, salt, pepper, sugar, thin soy sauce, cornflour, and 1 teaspoon of oil. Allow it to marinate for about 5 minutes.
3
Add the diced onions, mushrooms, and beaten egg to the beef mixture and combine thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
4
Slice the green peppers in half lengthwise. Discard the seeds and membranes, and rinse under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
5
Carefully stuff each green pepper half with the prepared beef mixture, pressing down firmly to avoid gaps.
6
Heat a tablespoon of oil in a wok or frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, place the stuffed peppers meat-side down in the pan.
7
Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the peppers, cover the pan, and cook for approximately 5-8 minutes on medium heat until the meat is browned.
8
Gently turn the peppers over and cook the green skin side for an additional 5 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked and no longer pink.
9
Transfer the cooked stuffed peppers to a warm serving dish and keep them covered to retain heat.
10
In a small bowl, whisk together the water, cornflour, thin soy sauce, and sugar until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pan used for cooking the peppers.
11
Stir the sauce over medium heat until it thickens and bubbles, then pour it over the stuffed peppers.
12
Serve hot over a bed of steamed rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chinese-Style Beef-Stuffed Peppers?
They are green bell peppers filled with a seasoned ground beef, mushroom, and onion mixture, then pan-fried and topped with a savory soy-based sauce.
What kind of ground beef should I use?
The recipe calls for 6-8 ounces of lean ground beef.
What vegetables are in the filling?
The filling contains finely diced onions and fresh mushrooms mixed with the beef.
How do I prepare the green peppers?
Slice the peppers in half lengthwise, discard the seeds and membranes, rinse them under cold water, and pat them dry.
How long does the beef need to marinate?
The beef should marinate for about 5 minutes with sherry, salt, pepper, sugar, thin soy sauce, cornflour, and oil.
What is the role of the egg in this recipe?
One beaten egg is mixed into the beef to help bind the ingredients together.
How do I cook the stuffed peppers?
Place them meat-side down in a hot pan with oil, cook for 5-8 minutes covered, then flip and cook the skin side for another 5 minutes.
What ingredients are in the sauce?
The sauce is made by whisking together water, cornflour, thin soy sauce, and sugar, then thickening it in the pan.
What should I serve with this dish?
It is best served hot over a bed of steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
Can I use other types of bell peppers?
While the recipe specifies green peppers, you can use red, yellow, or orange bell peppers for a sweeter flavor.
Is there cornflour in the recipe?
Yes, cornflour is used both in the beef marinade and as a thickener for the final sauce.
What type of soy sauce is required?
The recipe specifies using thin soy sauce for both the marinade and the sauce.
How do I ensure the meat is fully cooked?
Cook until the meat is browned on the outside and no longer pink on the inside, usually about 10-13 minutes total.
What kind of mushrooms should I use?
The recipe suggests 4-6 ounces of fresh mushrooms, finely diced.
Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
Yes, ground turkey or ground pork can be used as a substitute for lean ground beef.
Why do I need to cover the pan while cooking?
Covering the pan helps steam the peppers and ensures the meat cooks through evenly while browning.
Is sherry wine necessary?
Sherry wine adds a traditional Chinese flavor, but it can be substituted with rice wine or omitted if preferred.
How do I stop the stuffing from falling out?
Press the beef mixture firmly into the pepper halves to avoid gaps before placing them in the pan.
What equipment do I need?
You will need a mixing bowl, a knife for dicing, and a wok or frying pan with a lid.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
You can prepare the stuffing and peppers in advance, then cook them just before serving for the best texture.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe uses 17 ingredients, including seasonings and sauce components.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy recipe and a nutritious meal featuring vegetables and lean protein.
Can I add other spices to the meat?
While the recipe uses salt and pepper, you could add garlic or ginger for extra depth if desired.
How do I make the sauce thicker?
The cornflour in the sauce mixture will naturally thicken it as it is heated and stirred in the pan.
Should the peppers be raw when stuffed?
Yes, the peppers should be raw, cleaned, and patted dry before stuffing.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
It has a savory, slightly sweet Asian flavor profile due to the soy sauce, sherry, and sugar.
How large are the peppers used?
The recipe recommends using 4 medium-sized green peppers.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, you can easily double the ingredients to serve a larger group, cooking in batches if necessary.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include stuffed peppers, chinese cuisine, ground beef, vegetable dish, and asian flavors.