The Best Pepper Steak

The Best Pepper Steak is a quick and delicious stir-fry that will elevate your weeknight dinners with vibrant flavors and tender beef. Featuring thinly sliced steak, colorful bell peppers, and a savory soy-based glaze, this dish is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that your whole family will love. Whether served over rice or in lettuce wraps, The Best Pepper Steak brings a delightful Asian twist to your dining table.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Main Dishes Cuisine: Asian Keyword: Feel free to customize by using any seasonal vegetables or substituting chicken or tofu. For added flavor, top the dish with sesame seeds or green onions just before serving. Servings: Serves 4 Calories: 350kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

1 lb. round steak (or sirloin), thinly sliced
1 small onion, sliced
1 bell pepper (half red, half green), sliced
5 tablespoons soy sauce (divided)
2 tablespoons sugar (divided)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch (plus an additional tablespoon for glaze)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Slice the steak and vegetables, then marinate the steak with 2 tablespoons soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
In a bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar for the glaze.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers for 3-5 minutes until tender; set aside.
In the same skillet, cook the marinated steak for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
Return cooked vegetables to the skillet along with the glaze. Stir everything together for another minute until thickened.
Serve hot over rice or in lettuce wraps.

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