Description
This Best Ever Pepper Steak recipe delivers tender, marinated flank steak stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger in a savory soy and oyster sauce. Quick and packed with flavor, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade and Meat
- 1.5 lbs flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well to form a marinade. Add the thinly sliced flank steak and mix to coat evenly. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 to 20 minutes to develop flavor and tenderness.
- Cook the steak: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add the marinated steak slices and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak is browned and cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the thinly sliced onion along with the red and green bell peppers. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables begin to soften but retain some crunch for texture.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and fresh ginger, cooking for an additional one minute until fragrant, enhancing the overall flavor of the dish.
- Combine and finish: Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the vegetables and aromatics. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 2 to 3 minutes allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the steak and vegetables thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve the pepper steak hot over steamed rice. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions for added freshness and presentation.
Notes
- For tender steak, slice flank steak thinly against the grain.
- Marinating the steak for longer (up to 2 hours) will intensify the flavors.
- Vegetables should stay slightly crisp; avoid overcooking.
- Serve with steamed jasmine or basmati rice for best results.
- Adjust soy sauce amount to control sodium levels according to your taste or dietary restrictions.
