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Savory Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe Easy Tender Beef with Crisp Peppers

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A quick and easy savory Chinese pepper steak featuring tender beef strips and crisp bell peppers in a flavorful soy-ginger sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 large bell peppers (one red, one green), sliced into thin strips
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced thinly
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or beef broth

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 pound (450 g) of flank steak thinly against the grain into strips about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick.
  2. In a bowl, toss the beef with 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  3. While the beef marinates, slice 2 bell peppers (one red, one green) into thin strips, and slice 1 medium yellow onion thinly. Mince 3 cloves garlic and grate 1 tablespoon fresh ginger.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1/4 cup (60 ml) water or beef broth. Set aside.
  5. Place your wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.
  6. Add the marinated beef strips in a single layer. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until just browned but not fully cooked through. Remove beef from the wok and set aside.
  7. In the same wok, add a little more oil if needed and toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  8. Toss in the sliced bell peppers and onions. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender and still bright in color.
  9. Return the beef to the wok. Pour in the sauce mixture and toss together for 1-2 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with extra soy sauce or pepper to taste.
  10. Remove from heat and drizzle with toasted sesame oil for aroma. Serve hot.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Marinate briefly with cornstarch and soy sauce to lock in moisture. Avoid overcrowding the wok to keep beef tender and peppers crisp. Add water or broth if sauce becomes too thick or salty. Finish with a drizzle of toasted sesame oil for aroma.

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