Description
This savory pepper steak stir fry is the perfect combination of tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and a rich, flavorful sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s great for busy weeknights, requiring only 30 minutes from start to finish. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner your whole family will love!
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into strips
- 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into strips
- 1 ¼ pounds flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables: Heat ½ tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the red and green bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they begin to soften. Transfer the peppers to a plate and set them aside.
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Cook the Steak: In the same pan, add the remaining ½ tablespoon of oil. Add the thinly sliced flank steak in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
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Add Aromatics: Once the steak is cooked, return all the meat to the pan. Add the minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
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Combine Ingredients: Return the bell peppers to the pan with the steak. Pour the soy sauce mixture over everything and stir to coat well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat and vegetables evenly.
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Season and Serve: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- For extra tender beef, slice it thinly against the grain and marinate it for at least 15 minutes with a little soy sauce and cornstarch.
- If you prefer a spicier stir-fry, add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of Sriracha.
- For a low-carb option, serve with cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Make it gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese