Description
Pepper Steak with Bell Peppers and Onion is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender strips of flank steak cooked with vibrant bell peppers and onions in a savory soy-based sauce. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner, this recipe combines simple ingredients with bold Asian-inspired flavors, delivering a satisfying meal in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Stir-Fry
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes to tenderize and flavor the meat.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a separate small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water), 1/4 cup beef broth or water, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Stir until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry until it is browned but not fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add the sliced onions and minced garlic, stir-frying for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the sliced red, green, and yellow bell peppers. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften but remain crisp.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the beef and vegetables thoroughly.
- Season and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Be sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Use a hot pan when stir-frying to quickly sear the beef without overcooking.
- You can substitute flank steak with sirloin or skirt steak if desired.
- Adjust the sugar in the sauce to balance saltiness to your preference.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce and verify oyster sauce ingredients.
