Description
This homemade Pepper Steak recipe features thinly sliced steak, vibrant bell peppers, and a bold soy-garlic sauce that brings a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just about 30 minutes, it’s a flavorful and comforting dish that beats takeout every time. Serve it hot over rice or noodles and enjoy the magic of a classic stir-fry with ease.
Ingredients
1 lb flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinade)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (for marinade)
1 teaspoon sesame oil (for marinade)
2 tablespoons oil (for stir-frying)
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup soy sauce (for sauce)
1/4 cup oyster sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice (for serving)
Instructions
1. Slice the steak thinly against the grain. In a bowl, mix with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Sear steak in batches until browned, about 1-2 minutes per side. Set aside.
3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Add bell peppers and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup oyster sauce, 1/2 cup beef broth, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch.
5. Return steak to the pan with the peppers. Pour in the sauce and stir to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef and peppers.
6. Serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Notes
For extra tender beef, freeze the steak for 20 minutes before slicing—it helps you cut thin, even slices.
Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing the steak. Cook in batches to ensure even browning.
Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the sauce to your taste by tweaking the brown sugar or soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: pepper steak, beef stir fry, steak and peppers