Chinese Pepper Steak
A vibrant stir-fry that combines tender beef and crisp bell peppers in a savory sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thinly Tender and flavorful; can substitute with flank steak or chicken breast.
- 1 each bell pepper, sliced
- 1 each onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce Can replace with hoisin or mushroom sauce for a vegan option.
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp sesame oil Adds aroma and nuttiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with cornstarch and a splash of soy sauce. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef to the pan and sear until browned, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic, onion, and bell pepper until tender.
- Return the beef to the pan and stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and beef broth. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the dish just before serving.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
For best results, slice beef thinly against the grain. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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