Pepper Steak Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers Recipe
This Pepper Steak recipe features tender thinly sliced beef cooked with colorful bell peppers and onions in a savory soy and oyster sauce. Enhanced with garlic and ginger, the dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Beef and Marinade
- 1 pound beef steak (sirloin, flank, or ribeye), thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the beef marinade: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat the beef evenly and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderize.
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking, ready to sear the beef.
- Cook the beef: Add the marinated beef to the skillet in a single layer. Stir-fry quickly for about 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté aromatics and vegetables: In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine and finish cooking: Return the beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the beef broth or water to create a sauce. Stir well and cook together for an additional 2-3 minutes until the steak is cooked through and the sauce slightly thickens.
- Season and serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve the pepper steak hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best texture, slice the beef thinly against the grain.
- Oyster sauce adds depth of flavor but can be substituted with hoisin sauce if needed.
- If thicker sauce is preferred, increase cornstarch slightly and add a slurry during the final cooking step.
- Use vegetable oil or another neutral oil with a high smoke point for stir-frying.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the tender beef and crisp vegetables.
