Pepper Steak Recipe

Pepper Steak Recipe

Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions – juicy, delicious ribeye steak, flavorful bell peppers, and spicy onions tossed in a sweet and spicy broth-based sauce with ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and soy sauce for a dinner that will put any takeout Chinese Pepper Steak to shame.

Details:

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Cuisine: Asian
• Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs Ribeye steak (2-inch long thin slices)
• 1 red bell pepper (chopped into bite-size pieces)
• 1 green bell pepper (chopped into bite-size pieces)
• 1 medium white onion (chopped into bite-size pieces)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided in half)

For the Sauce:

• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp ginger (minced)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• ⅓ cup soy sauce
• 1¼ cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the steak to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned.
3. Remove from skillet and place on a plate.
4. Add 1 tbsp vegetable to skillet.
5. Add the peppers and onions and cook for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
6. Meanwhile add garlic, black pepper, ginger, brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and corn starch to a medium bowl.
7. Stir until well combined and add to the skillet.
8. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
9. Serve hot over rice and garnish with sesame seeds.
10. Enjoy!

Notes:

1. Partially freeze the steak for 1-hour before slicing. This will make it easier to cut the steak into super thin slices for the most flavor.
2. Sear the steak in 2 separate batches. This will allow the steak to brown and not steam.