Description
A quick and flavorful Pepper Steak stir-fry featuring tender flank steak with crisp bell peppers and onions, coated in a savory sauce with garlic, ginger, and hoisin. Perfect for a weeknight dinner served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Beef Marinade
- 1 ½ pounds flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauce & Seasoning
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Oil & Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (plus more for cooking as needed)
- Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced flank steak with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Toss thoroughly until the beef is evenly coated. Set aside and let it marinate for 15 to 30 minutes to develop flavor and tenderize.
- Sear the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef in batches to avoid overcrowding. Sear each batch for 1 to 2 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a little more oil if necessary. Stir-fry the sliced red and green bell peppers along with the yellow onion for about 3 to 4 minutes until they are just tender but still crisp, maintaining their vibrant color.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to release their fragrant flavors without burning.
- Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the seared beef to the pan. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Pour this sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables in the skillet.
- Simmer and Thicken: Stir everything together well and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the beef to finish cooking through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with optional sliced green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding red pepper flakes or a splash of chili oil for heat.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce and beef broth to reduce sodium content if desired.
- This dish reheats well and is perfect for meal prep as flavors intensify over time.
