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Spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry with Veggies: Quick, Flavorful Weeknight Dinner
Spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry combines tender beef, crisp peppers, and fresh basil for a fast, flavorful dinner. Every bite bursts with spice and aroma, making weeknights exciting.
If you’re looking for a fast, flavorful dinner that packs a punch, this Spicy Basil Beef Stir Fry is it. It’s loaded with fresh veggies, tender beef, and fragrant basil, making it a quick go-to for busy nights.
Why You’ll Love & Enjoy Spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry:
- Done in just 30 minutes: perfect for weeknights
- Sweet peppers, earthy mushrooms, and fresh basil make every bite pop
- Adjustable spice level so that everyone can enjoy it
- Pairs perfectly with egg noodles or steamed rice
Crisp peppers, mushrooms, and fresh basil make this stir fry pop with flavor. Tender beef cooks quickly, leaving dinner colorful and fast. Try this Spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry and make weeknight meals a treat.
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Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Everyday Cooking
- Method: Easy
Description
Crisp green beans, sweet peppers, and tender beef stir-fried with basil and chilies. A quick meal that packs serious flavor. Share this spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry with friends for easy dinner inspiration
Ingredients
- 6 slices scotch fillet, cut into slivers against the grain
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow pepper, sliced
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 punnet mushrooms, wiped and sliced
- 1 small punnet of green beans, washed and cut
- A handful of fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 2 chopped chilies (add more if you like it hotter)
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (taste for saltiness, add more if needed)
- 1/2 cup oyster sauce (adjust if you like more sauce)
- Egg noodles, cooked as per packet instructions
Instructions
- Heat a wok over high heat and pour in 2 tbsp olive oil.
- Add 6 slices of scotch fillet, 2 chopped chilies, and 3 cloves of minced garlic.
- Stir fry for about 3 mins, then season with half of the 1/2 cup of oyster sauce and 1 tbsp fish sauce. Once cooked, remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add 1 yellow pepper sliced, 1 red pepper sliced, 1 punnet mushrooms sliced, and 1 small punnet green beans cut.
- Pour in the remaining oyster sauce and fish sauce.
- Stir fry for 3–4 mins until veggies are just tender but still have a crunch.
- Toss the beef back into the wok along with a handful of fresh basil, roughly chopped.
- Give it all a quick toss, so the flavors combine beautifully.
- Serve hot over the cooked egg noodles or your choice of rice.
Tips:
- Don’t overcook the beef; keep it slightly pink for tenderness.
- Adjust chili quantity to your spice comfort level.
- You can add a splash of soy sauce or a pinch of sugar if you like a slight sweetness.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Gail
Quick Spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry for busy nights. Tender beef, crisp peppers, and fresh basil come together in minutes. Enjoy bold flavors with minimal effort. Share this easy stir fry with friends and bring exciting flavor to your weeknight dinners.
Spicy Beef Chili Basil Stir Fry is fast, flavorful, and satisfying. Tender beef, crisp fresh vegetables, and aromatic basil come together in a colorful dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for any weeknight dinner. The combination of spice and aroma makes every bite enjoyable and memorable.
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