Crispy Fried Potatoes with Saucy Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients:  

• 3 medium potatoes, peeled & sliced into thick rounds  
• 1 tbsp olive oil  
• 1/2 tsp salt  
• 1/2 tsp black pepper  
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder  
• Vegetable oil (for frying)  
• 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, sliced into thin strips  
• 1 tbsp soy sauce  
• 1 tsp cornstarch  
• 1/2 tsp black pepper  
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil  
• 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced  
• 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced  
• 1 small onion, chopped  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced  
• 1 green chili, sliced (optional for spice)  
• 2 tbsp soy sauce  
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce  
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional for sweetness)  
• 1/2 tsp sugar  
• 1/4 cup beef broth or water  
• 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water for thickening)  

Directions:  

  Prepare the Potatoes: Boil the potato slices in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry potatoes until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.  

  Marinate & Sear the Beef: In a bowl, mix beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over high heat. Sear beef for 2-3 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.  

  Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add garlic, onion, and green chili. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add red and green bell peppers, cooking for another 2 minutes.  

  Make the Sauce & Combine: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and beef broth in a bowl. Pour the sauce into the pan, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Return the beef to the pan and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until coated and glossy.  

   Assemble & Serve: Plate the crispy fried potatoes alongside the saucy beef stir-fry. Enjoy this crispy, saucy, and flavorful meal!

Prep Time: 15 minutes  

Cook Time: 30 minutes  

Total Time: 45 minutes  

Nutritional Values: Approximately 550 calories per serving, 40g protein,