Description
Sizzling Pepper Steak brings Asian-inspired comfort to your dinner table with tender beef strips dancing alongside colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Hearty flavors meld perfectly, inviting you to savor each bold, satisfying bite of this classic stir-fry favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) beef steak (such as sirloin, flank, or ribeye), thinly sliced against the grain
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl to create a marinade that will tenderize and flavor the beef.
- Slice beef thinly and thoroughly coat with the prepared marinade, ensuring each piece is well-covered. Let the meat absorb the flavors for a minimum of 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat a large skillet or wok to high temperature, adding vegetable oil to create an intense searing environment for the meat.
- Carefully place beef slices in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Sear each side for 1-2 minutes until a rich, caramelized brown develops. Transfer seared meat to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, introduce additional oil and quickly stir-fry bell peppers and onions. Maintain a crisp texture by cooking for 3-4 minutes over high heat.
- Introduce minced garlic and ginger to the vegetable mixture, stirring rapidly to release their aromatic essence and prevent burning.
- Return the seared beef to the skillet, integrating it with the colorful vegetables.
- Pour beef broth into the skillet, allowing the liquid to create a glossy, slightly thickened sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Choose beef cuts like flank, sirloin, or strip steak for maximum tenderness and quick cooking.
- Slice beef against the grain to ensure each bite remains soft and easy to chew.
- Marinate beef for up to 30 minutes for deeper flavor penetration without making meat tough.
- High heat is crucial for achieving perfect caramelization and preventing meat from becoming rubbery.
- Use a wok or large skillet to create enough surface area for proper searing and even cooking.
- For gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari and ensure oyster sauce is gluten-free.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat or swap bell peppers with different varieties for color variation.
- Prep all ingredients beforehand to maintain high cooking temperature and prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg