Stir fry peppers and onions

Stir-Fry Peppers and Onions

This makes a great topping for steaks, hamburgers, fish, poultry or grilled tofu. Adding sugar helps the vegetables caramelize and enhances their natural sweetness. Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

Olive oil 2 tsp (10 mL)
Onion, thinly sliced 2 cups (500 mL)
Green bell peppers, thinly sliced 1/4 cup (60 mL)
Yellow bell peppers, thinkly sliced 1/4 cup (60 mL)
Red chili peppers, chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL)
Sugar 1 tsp (5 mL)
Salt 1/2 tsp (2 mL)
Red wine vinegar 2 tbsp (30 mL)
Vegetable stock  2 tbsp (30 mL)
Fresh parsley, chopped 1 tbsp (15 mL)
Fresh cilantro (optional) 1 tbsp (15 mL)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions and peppers and toss to coat with oil. 
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until onions are soft but not brown, about 6-8 minutes. 
  3. Add sugar and salt; cook, stirring until the onions begin to brown, about 2 minutes longer. 
  4. Add vinegar, stock, and seasonings; cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Serve hot.