Craving a savory and satisfying meal but short on time? Look no further than this quick and delicious recipe for pepper steak. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a mouthwatering dish that’s sure to impress.
For this speedy recipe, you’ll need thinly sliced beef (such as flank steak), bell peppers (green, red, or a mix for vibrant color), onions, garlic, soy sauce, cornstarch, and a few pantry staples like salt, pepper, and cooking oil.
PEPPER STEAK INGREDIENTS:
1 lb Sirloin Steak
2 Bell Peppers, cut into chunks
1 Medium Yellow Onion, cut into chunks
Two Cloves of Garlic, grated or minced
2 tsp of Grated Fresh Ginger
1/2 cup of Low Sodium Soy Sauce plus 2 tbsp of water 1/4 cup of Brown Sugar
1 Tbsp of Mirin
2 tsp of Rice Vinegar
Two tsp of Sesame Oil
2 Tbsp of Neutral Oil
1 Tbsp of Cornstarch
Preparation
1) Slice the beef really thin (popping it in the freezer for 15 minutes will help the steak firm up a bit so it makes it easier to slice) add it to a bowl, add one Tbsp of soy (from the total amount above) along with one teaspoon of cornstarch, mix well and set aside.
2) In a large skillet, add a touch of oil, preheat over high heat, then in batches, sear the beef in batches for just a minute or two before removing to a plate and set aside.
3) Add another drizzle of oil then add the peppers and onions, sauté for 2 minutes while making the sauce.
4) In a bowl or measuring cup, add the soy, water, brown sugar, mirin, vinegar, garlic, ginger and cornstarch, whisk well and set aside.
5) After 2 minutes, add the seared beef back in along with the sauce, cook all together about 2 minutes, add a small splash of water if the sauce is a tad thick, then serve with scallions and starch of choice.
Transfer the pepper steak to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of chopped green onions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and visual appeal. Serve hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
With this quick and easy pepper steak recipe, you can enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal in just 15 minutes.