Description
Enjoy the savory flavors of tender beef and crisp bell peppers in a delicious Asian-inspired pepper steak dish that’s better than takeout. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Steak:
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 3/4 cup beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate Steak: In a medium bowl, toss sliced steak with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, beef broth, garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Cook Steak: Sear marinated steak in oil until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: Cook bell peppers and onion until crisp-tender. Return steak to the pan.
- Add Sauce: Pour in prepared sauce and cook until thickened. Serve hot over rice.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding fresh ginger or topping with green onions and sesame seeds.
- This dish reheats well and is great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (without rice)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
