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Classic Pepper Steak

Tender sliced beef stir-fried with crisp bell peppers in a savory soy-based sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Coat sliced beef with cornstarch.
  2. Sear beef in hot oil until browned, then remove.
  3. Stir-fry peppers and onion until crisp-tender.
  4. Add garlic and ginger; cook briefly.
  5. Return beef and add sauce mixture.
  6. Simmer until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
  7. Garnish and serve hot.

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness.