Description
This Pepper Steak Stir Fry brings together tender slices of beef, crisp bell peppers, and a glossy, savory sauce for a quick and flavorful meal. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner that feels like takeout but tastes even better.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/3 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat until very hot. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, cornstarch, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Cook half of the steak in the skillet for about 2 minutes per side. Remove and repeat with remaining steak.
- Lower heat to medium-high. Add remaining oil and sauté bell peppers for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly tender.
- Return steak to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat. Let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Slice the beef thin and against the grain for the most tender result.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook the beef in batches if needed.
- Prep all ingredients before you start cooking since stir fry moves fast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pepper steak stir fry, beef stir fry, quick weeknight dinner, Asian beef recipe, homemade takeout