Red Pepper and Egg Stir Fry recipe
A quick, savoury stir fry with tender egg ribbons and crisp-soft red pepper. It is speedy, simple and ideal when you want something warm without much fuss.
15 min · Easy · Chinese Jump to method
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs
- 1 large Red pepper
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Soy sauce
- 2 Spring onions
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 191 kcal |
| Protein | 11.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.8 g |
| Fat | 13.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 3 g |
| Fibre | 1.6 g |
| Sugar | 2.9 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
Why this works
A simple, protein-rich stir fry with moderate fat and very low carbohydrate content; filling, but not especially high in fibre.
High-quality protein. Eggs provide complete protein, which supports muscle maintenance and satiety.
Vitamin C and carotenoids. Red pepper contributes vitamin C and protective carotenoids, supporting immunity and antioxidant intake.
Cholesterol and saturated fat to note. With 2 eggs per serving plus added oil, this dish is moderate in fat and includes some saturated fat.
Method
- Slice the red pepper into thin strips.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over a high heat.
- Stir fry the red pepper for 3-4 minutes until just tender.
- Push the pepper to one side, pour in the eggs and scramble until softly set.
- Toss everything together and add soy sauce if using.
- Serve immediately.
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