Pepper Steak Recipe
A comforting pepper steak recipe featuring tender beef slices, crisp bell peppers, and a savory peppery sauce. Perfect for a weeknight family dinner or a cozy date-night.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch for a light crust on beef
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or peanut oil for nuttiness
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 medium yellow onion, cut into wedges
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or jarred chopped garlic in a pinch
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated substitute ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce adds depth; use mushroom sauce for vegan
- 1 teaspoon sugar balances the salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus extra for garnish
- ¼ cup beef or chicken broth or water
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
- Sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- Toss steak slices with cornstarch until lightly coated. Let rest.
- Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, broth, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Add oil to a heated wok.
- Brown steak slices, then transfer to a plate.
- Add garlic and ginger to the wok.
- Stir-fry bell peppers and onion until soft.
- Return beef to the wok, pour in the soy-pepper sauce, and stir until thickened.
- Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add red chili flakes to the sauce. Adjust sugar or soy levels based on preference. Use a carbon-steel wok for best flavor.
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