Chinese Pepper Steak is a delicious and flavorful stir-fry dish that features thinly sliced beef, colorful bell peppers, and a savory black pepper sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for the sauce)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (for the sauce)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for the sauce)
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or a large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until it’s browned. Remove the beef from the wok and set it aside.
- In the same wok, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the sliced onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the wok. Add the Shaoxing wine (if using) and stir-fry for another minute.
- Pour in the beef broth or water and the prepared sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the Chinese Pepper Steak over cooked white rice.
Enjoy your homemade Chinese Pepper Steak! Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other vegetables like broccoli or mushrooms if you like.
