Description
This Best Ever Pepper Steak Recipe features tender, thinly sliced flank steak quickly seared and tossed with colorful bell peppers and onions in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a blend of soy, oyster, and hoisin sauces, this Asian-American stir-fry dish is perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Others
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a medium bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until evenly coated. Let it marinate for 10 to 15 minutes to tenderize and flavor the meat.
- Brown the Steak: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated steak in batches, avoiding overcrowding, and sear until browned, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Stir-fry the sliced red and green bell peppers and yellow onion for 3 to 4 minutes until they soften slightly but remain crisp.
- Add Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger to the skillet, cooking for another minute until fragrant to deepen the dish’s flavor.
- Prepare and Add the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), beef broth, and sesame oil. Pour this sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Combine Steak and Sauce: Return the browned flank steak to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the steak and vegetables evenly in the sauce. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the dish is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a hearty meal.
- For extra heat, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of sriracha.
- Sirloin or skirt steak are excellent alternatives to flank steak if preferred.
