Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of The Best Pepper Steak, a quick and satisfying dish that combines tender steak with colorful bell peppers and a savory soy-based glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is not only delicious but also versatile. Serve it over rice, noodles, or fresh greens for a wholesome meal that everyone will love. With minimal prep time and easy-to-find ingredients, you can whip up this delightful Asian-inspired stir-fry in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb round steak (or sirloin)
- 1 small onion
- 1 bell pepper (half red, half green)
- 5 tablespoons soy sauce (divided)
- 3 tablespoons sugar (divided)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (plus additional for marinade)
- garlic powder
- ground ginger
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Slice the steak thinly against the grain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and pepper; pour over the steak and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Combine remaining soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar in another bowl to create the glaze.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sauté sliced onions and bell peppers until browned. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, cook marinated steak slices until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Return vegetables to the skillet; add glaze and stir until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch and flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving. Feel free to customize with additional veggies like broccoli or snap peas.