Pepper Steak
This Pepper Steak recipe features tender strips of beef cooked with colorful bell peppers in a savory sauce. It’s quick to prepare and makes a delightful main dish that can be served with rice or noodles.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 serving spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the sliced beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and cornstarch. Set it aside to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the red and green bell peppers, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender-crisp.
- Return the beef to the skillet, along with the beef broth, oyster sauce, sugar, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for variation.
For a spicy kick, consider adding sliced jalapeños or a dash of red pepper flakes.
Ensure not to overcook the beef to keep it tender.