A delicious pepper steak recipe is all about the quality of the ingredients and the technique used in cooking. Here’s a recipe for a classic and flavorful pepper steak:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) of high-quality beef steak (such as ribeye or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef thinly against the grain, which helps make it tender. You can also partially freeze it for easier slicing.
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and minced garlic. Add the sliced beef to the marinade and let it sit for at least 15-30 minutes. You can marinate it longer for extra flavor if you have the time.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over high heat until it’s shimmering.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the hot oil. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften but are still slightly crisp. Remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
- Cook the Beef: In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Remove the beef from the marinade and add it to the skillet. Spread it out evenly to allow for quick and even cooking. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until it starts to brown, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Don’t overcook; the beef should be tender.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the beef. Add the freshly ground black pepper and sugar (if using). Stir to combine.
- Thicken the Sauce: Pour the dissolved cornstarch into the skillet and stir well. This will thicken the sauce and make it cling to the meat and vegetables. Cook for another minute or until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Garnish your pepper steak with chopped green onions and serve it hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Feel free to adjust the amount of black pepper to suit your spice preference. This recipe is quite versatile, so you can also add other vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms if you like. Enjoy your homemade pepper steak!
