Toasted Sesame Oil and Ginger Bell Peppers with Chili and Black Sesame Seeds

Created by Rori Trovato

Spice it up! Ginger, chili, and toasted sesame oil enliven bell peppers.

Servings: Makes 4–6 servings

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. vegetable oil

1 green, 2 red, and 2 yellow bell peppers seeded and sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick strips

1-inch piece fresh ginger peeled and finely grated

2 medium cloves garlic finely minced

1 bird chili seeded and minced (1 Tbsp. minced jalapeño may be substituted)

2 Tbsp. soy sauce

1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper (optional)

1 Tbsp. black sesame seeds (toasted sesame seeds may be substituted)

Directions

In a large sauté pan or a wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add green, red, and yellow bell peppers and stir frequently so as not to burn. Cook until soft and slightly brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Add ginger, garlic, and bird chili. Continue cooking for 1 minute. Add soy sauce, then remove from heat.

Add toasted sesame oil and toss well. If desired, season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in a serving bowl and top with sesame seeds.

From the October 2008 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine