Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
3 unit

Green bell peppers

Julienned

2 unit

Aburaage

Sliced into strips

1 tbsp

Oyster sauce

1 tsp

Soy sauce

1 tbsp

Cooking oil

Step 1
~2 min

Slice the green bell peppers in half lengthwise.

Step 2
~2 min

Julienne the bell pepper halves.

Step 3
~2 min

Pour hot water over the aburaage to remove excess oil.

Step 4
~2 min

Slice the aburaage into strips.

Step 5
~2 min

Heat cooking oil in a pan.

Step 6
~2 min

Stir-fry the bell peppers and aburaage in the pan.

Step 7
~2 min

Reduce the heat when the bell peppers begin to soften.

Step 8
~2 min

Add oyster sauce and soy sauce to the pan.

Step 9
~2 min

Stir to coat the peppers and aburaage with the sauce.

Step 10
~2 min

Toss briskly until heated through.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of oyster sauce and soy sauce to your liking.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead; stir-fry just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot as a side dish with rice.

Serve with grilled fish or chicken.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso soup
Japanese pickles (tsukemono)
Steamed rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Common home-style cooking in Japan.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Quick lunch
Side dish

Popularity Score

65/100

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