Chinese Pepper Steak
A quick and flavorful stir-fry with ribeye steak, bell peppers, and a savory sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Large Skillet for cooking the steak and vegetables
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.33 cup soy sauce
- 1.25 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced steak and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until lightly browned. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking. Once cooked, remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Toss in the chopped red and green bell peppers, along with the onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and vibrant. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables, mixing well.
- In a medium bowl, combine the minced garlic, black pepper, ginger, brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Stir until well mixed, then pour this sauce over the steak and vegetables in the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken. Stir occasionally to coat the steak and vegetables evenly.
- Serve the stir-fry hot over rice and garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy your delicious meal! For added flavor, consider adding a splash of lime juice or some chopped green onions as a garnish.
Notes
No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option. For added flavor, consider adding a splash of lime juice or some chopped green onions as a garnish. You can also include other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition.