The Best Pepper Steak
This classic pepper steak stir-fry is packed with bold flavors, tender slices of beef, and colorful bell peppers. Tossed in a rich soy-based sauce, it's a quick and satisfying meal that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper sliced (use half red and half green for variety)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Steak
- 1 lb. round steak sirloin, or venison, sliced thinly against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Dash of salt and pepper
Glaze
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Slice the steak and vegetables, keeping them in separate bowls.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Toss the steak in this marinade and let it rest in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Whisk together the glaze ingredients in a separate bowl and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-5 minutes until slightly softened. Remove from the skillet.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and cook the steak for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Return the vegetables to the skillet, pour in the glaze, and stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Notes
Marinating the steak longer enhances the flavor and tenderness.
Feel free to substitute chicken or tofu for a different variation.
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or egg rolls for a complete meal.
Feel free to substitute chicken or tofu for a different variation.
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or egg rolls for a complete meal.