Description
This pepper steak recipe is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and a savory sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and pairs well with rice or noodles for a hearty, satisfying meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a surefire way to impress!
Ingredients
- Beef: 500g (sirloin, flank, or ribeye), thinly sliced
- Bell Peppers: 1 red, 1 green, and 1 yellow, julienned
- Onion: 1 medium, sliced
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1-inch piece, minced
- Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Oyster Sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Water or Broth: 1/4 cup
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon (optional for balancing flavors)
- Optional Additions: Mushrooms, snow peas, or scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef:
Thinly slice the beef against the grain. Marinate it in a mixture of 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and cornstarch for 20 minutes. - Prep the Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and water. Stir until smooth. - Heat the Pan:
Use a wok or large skillet. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. - Cook the Beef:
Add the beef in batches, searing for 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. - Sauté Aromatics:
Add the remaining oil, then toss in garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. - Cook the Vegetables:
Add the bell peppers and onions. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. - Combine Everything:
Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and the ingredients are well combined. - Finish with Black Pepper:
Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed. - Serve Hot:
Pair with steamed rice, noodles, or your favorite sides. Garnish with scallions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For extra spice, add red chili flakes or sliced fresh chilies.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and check the oyster sauce for gluten content.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or reducing sugar to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: pepper steak recipe, quick dinner, savory beef stir-fry, family meals, Asian cuisine