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Pepper Steak

Pepper Steak

This pepper steak recipe is a quick and easy stir-fry loaded with tender beef, peppers and onions.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Beef
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 259 kcal

Equipment

  • wok

Ingredients
  

Beef and Marinade

  • 12 ounces flank steak or London broil or chuck roast
  • 1.5 tablespoons water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons neutral oil
  • 2 teaspoons oyster sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda

Sauce and Vegetables

  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1.5 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil
  • ⅛ teaspoon white pepper or to taste
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • ½ teaspoon ginger minced, optional
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Slice the beef into 3-inch (7.5cm) strips, about ⅛” to ¼” (about 4-5mm) thick.
  • Velvet the beef by mixing it with water, cornstarch, oil, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, and baking soda. Set aside for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

Sauce Preparation

  • Mix together chicken stock, cornstarch, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper to make the sauce.

Cooking

  • Cut the bell peppers and onion into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces.
  • Heat the wok over high heat until smoking, add 1 tablespoon of oil, and sear the beef on both sides for about 30 seconds.
  • Transfer the beef back to the marinating bowl and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-high, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and caramelize the ginger (if using) for about 10 seconds. Then add garlic, bell peppers, and onions. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
  • Add the beef along with any juices and stir-fry for 15 seconds. Increase the heat to high.
  • Stir up the sauce to re-incorporate the cornstarch and add it to the wok.
  • Stir-fry to coat everything in the sauce until it thickens. Adjust the consistency as needed.
  • Transfer to a serving plate and serve with steamed rice!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 727mgPotassium: 466mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 576IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg
Keyword beef dish, Chinese restaurant classic, easy dinner, Pepper Steak, quick recipe, stir-fry
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