Pepper Steak Stir Fry
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
277 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Pepper Steak Stir Fry
Description
The Pepper Steak Stir Fry recipe features sliced flank steak cooked at high heat to develop a light brown sear, paired with strips of red and green bell peppers that are quickly sautéed to retain some firmness. Garlic and ginger add fresh, aromatic elements, while a sauce made from soy sauce, sugar, water, and cornstarch is whisked together and simmered to coat the meat and vegetables in a glossy glaze.
The flavor profile melds salty, savory soy with subtle sweetness and a mild peppery note. The texture contrasts the tender, juicy steak pieces with the slightly softened bell peppers, providing a pleasing bite. Cooking in stages allows each ingredient to retain its best qualities.
This dish works well served over rice or noodles, offering a hearty protein and vegetable combination that can stand alone as a main course. Adjusting seasoning allows customization of saltiness or spice levels according to preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil divided use
- 1 red bell pepper cored, seeded and cut into strips
- 1 green bell pepper cored, seeded and cut into strips
- 1 1/4 pounds flank steak thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Heat 1 teaspoon of the vegetable oil over medium high heat in a large pan.
- Add the peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes or until just tender. Remove the peppers from the pan and place on a plate.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan. Season the flank steak with salt and pepper to taste.
- Increase heat to high. Add the steak to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Add the garlic and ginger, then cook for 30 seconds.
- Place the peppers back in the pan with the steak.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, 1/4 cup water and cornstarch.
- Pour the sauce over the steak mixture and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until sauce has just thickened, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 687mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 628mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1040IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 61.9mg | 69% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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