Pepper Steak
A quick and delicious dish combining tender beef, colorful bell peppers, and a savory sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 pieces bell peppers 1 red and 1 green, sliced
- 1 piece onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil for sautéing
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Marinate the steak in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper for about 15 minutes.
- Slice the bell peppers and onion while the steak is marinating.
Cooking
- Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and sear it for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Add the bell peppers and onion to the skillet, stirring frequently until the vegetables soften, approximately 5 minutes.
- Mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir it into the skillet to thicken the sauce.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
For serving suggestions, consider pairing with steamed jasmine rice, fried rice, or in lettuce wraps. You can adjust the spiciness by adding or reducing black pepper.