Pepper Steak is a classic Chinese-American dish featuring tender strips of beef, colorful bell peppers, and onions in a flavorful sauce. Here’s a recipe for making Ultimate Pepper Steak at home:
Ingredients:
For the Marinade:
- 1 1/2 pounds (about 700g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup beef broth or water
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers (different colors), thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, rice wine (or dry sherry), sugar, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
- In another bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and beef broth (or water). Set aside.
3. Cook the Beef:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Stir-fry the marinated beef in batches for 1-2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
4. Cook the Vegetables:
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok.
- Stir-fry the sliced onions, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Combine and Finish:
- Return the partially cooked beef to the wok with the vegetables.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables.
- Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is cooked through, and the sauce thickens.
6. Serve:
- Serve the Ultimate Pepper Steak over cooked white rice.
7. Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Enjoy this flavorful and savory Ultimate Pepper Steak as a satisfying main dish. Adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more or less black pepper. It’s a great way to recreate the flavors of your favorite takeout at home!