Pepper Steak
This Pepper Steak is a quick, flavorful one-pan meal with tender beef and vibrant veggies, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Equipment
- Chef’s knife
- Cutting Board
- Large Skillet or Wok
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound top round steak trimmed of excess fat and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
- 3 medium garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons cold water to form a slurry
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce additional
- 2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil for cooking
- 1 medium yellow onion halved and thinly sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 medium garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar additional
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 whole green onions thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Cooked rice optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sliced top round steak, rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, cornstarch slurry, and additional soy sauce. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of peanut or vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok until hot.
- Add the marinated beef in a single layer to the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes until browned. Cook in batches if necessary. Remove beef from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté the sliced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until tender but crisp. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over and stir well. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in sliced green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Serve the Pepper Steak over hot cooked rice if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Marinate the beef for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt intake.
- Substitute half of the beef with mushrooms or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Add extra vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for more nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently adding broth if sauce thickens.