Quick Pepper Steak Stir-Fry

Name: Best Ever Pepper Steak
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced.; 1/4 cup soy sauce.; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce.; 1 tablespoon cornstarch.; 1 tablespoon brown sugar.; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.; 1 onion, thinly sliced.; 1 red bell pepper, sliced.; 1 green bell pepper, sliced.; 3 cloves garlic, minced.; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated.; Salt and black pepper to taste.; 2 green onions, sliced.

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A quick stir-fry combining marinated flank steak with colorful peppers in a rich Asian sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights.

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By Norah Momoria

Updated on Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:27:05 GMT

A close-up of seasoned beef stir-fry with colorful bell peppers served over rice. | recipesim.com

Restaurant Quality Pepper Steak at Home

I learned this Pepper Steak recipe from my favorite Chinese restaurant and now make it better at home. The key is marinating tender flank steak in a blend of soy sauce oyster sauce brown sugar and cornstarch before cooking. When the seasoned beef meets colorful peppers and that rich savory sauce magic happens. Serve it over steaming rice and you've got a meal that rivals any takeout.

Quick Yet Impressive

This dish hits all the right notes tender beef crisp peppers and a sauce that brings everything together perfectly. The brown sugar adds just enough sweetness to balance the savory soy and oyster sauce. I love how it comes together so quickly yet tastes like it took hours.

Kitchen Essentials

Would you like me to share a detailed list of ingredients needed for both the marinade and sauce? I can provide the exact measurements that create that perfect balance of flavors.

A flavorful dish of beef stir-fry with colorful bell peppers served over a bed of rice. | recipesim.com

Making Your Steak

I'd be happy to walk you through the process of creating this dish step by step including my tips for achieving that perfect tender beef and crisp vegetables.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How do I slice flank steak properly?: Slice against the grain into thin strips for maximum tenderness.
→ Can I make this ahead?: Best served fresh, but can prep vegetables and marinate meat up to 8 hours ahead.
→ What can I serve with this?: Pairs well with steamed rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
→ Can I substitute flank steak?: Sirloin or skirt steak work well as alternatives.
→ Why are my peppers soggy?: Don't overcook - stir-fry quickly over high heat to keep peppers crisp-tender.