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Pepper Steak Recipe

This pepper steak recipe is one of our favorite Chinese recipes. It comes together in only a few minutes, and unlike those greasy takeouts, this one is fresh and healthful. Don't be surprised if it tastes just as good as the restaurant's (or even better!)
  • cook TIME 5 mins
  • prep TIME 5 mins
  • total TIME 25 mins
  • INACTIVE TIME 15 mins
Course: Main CourseCuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: chinese recipe, Pepper Steak Recipe, steak recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 467 kcal

Ingredients (18)

  • 12 oz lean striploin thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp garlic minced, divided
  • 1/4 tsp salt divided
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper divided
  • 5 1/2 tsp reduced sodium soy sauce divided to 1 tbsp and 2 ½ tsp
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce divided
  • 3 tbsp soybean oil or vegetable oil, divided
  • 8 oz bell peppers yellow and red, cut into strips
  • 4 oz yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp white wine optional
  • 1/3 cup unsalted chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 oz fresh scallions thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tbsp white sesame seeds roasted, plus more to garnish
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 cups cooked medium-grain rice

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep

1

Marinate the beef: In a big bowl, marinate the 12 oz beef with 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1/8 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce, and 1/2 tsp dark soy sauce. Cover and let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.

Cook

1

Cook the vegetables: In a cast iron skillet, heat 1 1/2 tbsp soybean oil over high heat. Add 8 oz sliced bell peppers and 4 oz yellow onions, and stir fry for 2 minutes or until just tender. Add 1 tbsp minced garlic and 1/8 tsp salt. Stir for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Remove to a plate and set aside.

2

Stir-fry the beef: Turn the heat to high. Add 1 1/2 tbsp soybean oil to the same skillet. Add the marinated steak to the skillet and stir fry for 30 seconds. Add 2 tbsp white wine and cook for 10 seconds, allowing the alcohol to evaporate. Turn off the heat. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

3

Make the sauce: Add 1/3 cup chicken broth, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 2 1/2 tsp reduced sodium soy sauce, 1/2 tsp dark soy sauce, and 1 tsp honey. Mix well to dissolve. Cook for 30 seconds. Return the vegetables and beef to the pan. Add 1 tsp red pepper flakes and stir. Then add 1 oz scallions, 1/2 tbsp roasted sesame seeds, and the remaining 1/8 tsp black pepper. Turn the heat to high and stir vigorously to combine all ingredients.

4

Turn off the heat. Add 1/2 tsp sesame oil. Give everything a final mixing.

5

Plating: Transfer the beef to a plate or a bowl. Serve with cooked rice. Garnish with a sprinkle of roasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 467 kcal | Fat 18 g | Saturated Fat 4 g | Trans Fat 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat 5 g | Monounsaturated Fat 4 g | Cholesterol 46 mg | Sodium 555 mg | Potassium 537 mg | Carbohydrate 53 g | Fiber 3 g | Sugar 5 g | Protein 23 g | Vitamin A 2033 IU | Vitamin C 77 mg | Calcium 42 mg | Iron 4 mg