Pepper Steak Recipe
A classic pepper steak recipe with tender beef and a savory pepper sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Beef sirloin steak Cut into 1-inch strips
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Green bell pepper Sliced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper Sliced
- 1 medium Onion Sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp Black peppercorns Coarsely cracked
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce Low sodium
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch Mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add beef and stir-fry until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.
- Add bell peppers and onion to the skillet and stir-fry until slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cracked black peppercorns, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
- Return beef to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Cook for another minute until heated through.
- Drizzle with sesame oil before serving. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also add other vegetables like mushrooms or broccoli.