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Pepper Steak

Savory Pepper Steak Skillet: Quick & Delicious Weeknight Dinner

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This Savory Pepper Steak is a quick, delicious dish featuring tender beef and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Marinade
  • 1 pound Beef Steak (sirloin, flank, or ribeye) thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce opt for low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce or hoisin sauce for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch or arrowroot powder for gluten-free
For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil canola or grapeseed
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (red and green) substitute with yellow or orange if desired
  • 1 medium Onion sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth or Water can replace with chicken stock
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pepper Steak
  1. Marinate the Beef: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth. Add the beef, coat well, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of oil, and sear the marinated beef for about 1-2 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly crisp.
  4. Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Return beef to the skillet, add broth or water, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness. Marinate longer for more flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing.

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