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

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 green bell pepper
• 2 red bell peppers
• 2 Yellow bell peppers
• 1 piece fresh ginger
• 2 medium cloves garlic
• 1 bird chili seeded and minced (1 tbsp. minced jalapeno 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)

Instructions

1. In a large saute pan or a wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add green, red, and yellow bell peppers and stir frequently so as not to burn.
3. Cook until soft and slightly brown, 7 to 10 minutes.
4. Add ginger, garlic, and bird chili.
5. Continue cooking for 1 minute.
6. Add soy sauce, then remove from heat.
7. Add toasted sesame oil and toss well.
8. If desired, season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Place in a serving bowl and top with sesame seeds.