Mexican : Chipotle-Marinated Tenderloin Tips (Mexican Style)

• 1/4 cup TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
  
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless lean beef tenderloin or sirloin, cut into small cubes
  
• 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, divided
  
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  
• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced stewed tomatoes
  
• 1 large green bell pepper, cut into strips
  
• Warm corn tortillas or hot cooked rice (optional)
  

Combine TABASCO^® Chipotle Sauce and cubed beef in a medium bowl and marinate in refrigerator at least 1 hour.

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until tender; stir in tomatoes and set aside.

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add marinated beef and cook 10 to 12 minutes or until completely cooked. Add green pepper and cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in tomato mixture and heat through. Serve over corn tortillas or rice, if desired.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.