Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe
Ingredients
- For the Marinade:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 tbsp neutral oil avocado or canola
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 small onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef
- In a bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Let marinate for at least 10–15 minutes.
- Make the Sauce
- Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Stir-Fry Time
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Sear beef in a single layer, 1–2 minutes per side, until browned but not cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add bell peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until just tender.
- Return beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Cook another 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats everything.
Notes
- Slice against the grain for tender beef.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook beef in batches if needed.
- Don’t overcook the veggies—they should stay a little crisp.
- Marinate for max flavor and tenderness—don’t skip it!