Description
Pepper Steak with Bell Peppers and Onion is a classic stir-fry dish featuring tender strips of beef, crisp bell peppers, and sweet onions tossed in a savory garlic-soy sauce. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect over steamed rice for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
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1 tbsp oyster sauce
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1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional for sweetness)
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp vegetable oil
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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1 small onion, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup beef broth or water
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1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
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Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
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In a bowl, toss sliced beef with cornstarch and soy sauce. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef in batches and sear until browned (about 1–2 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, add onions and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
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Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Return beef to the pan. Stir in oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), black pepper, and beef broth.
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Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything.
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Drizzle with sesame oil if desired and serve hot over rice.
Notes
You can customize this dish by adding mushrooms, snow peas, or swapping in chicken or tofu. For a spicier version, add chili flakes or sliced fresh chili. The sauce thickens naturally from the cornstarch on the beef, but you can add a little slurry if needed. Great for meal prep or next-day lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes