Description
Pepper Steak and Onions is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender sirloin tips cooked with colorful bell peppers, onions, and a savory sauce made from soy, oyster sauce, and spices. This vibrant and satisfying meal comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect served over rice for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 2 tablespoons (10ml) soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons (15ml) oyster sauce
- ½ cup (120ml) chicken stock
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 2 tablespoons (20g) cornstarch
Beef and Seasoning
- 1 pound (450g) boneless sirloin tips
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) cooking oil
Vegetables and Spices
- 2 large bell peppers (red and green)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 teaspoons (2-4g) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (1g) minced ginger
- 1-2 teaspoons (3-5g) Creole Cajun seasoning, salt-free (optional)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1-2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, chicken stock, water, and cornstarch. Set this mixture aside to allow the cornstarch to dissolve evenly.
- Season the Beef: In another bowl, season the boneless sirloin tips lightly with salt and a splash of soy or oyster sauce to enhance flavor.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a wok or saucepan over medium-high heat and add about a tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the beef and let it sear without stirring for approximately 30 seconds. Then stir-fry the beef for 2 minutes or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove the beef from the pan and keep it warm.
- Stir-fry the Vegetables: In the same wok or pan, add the chopped bell peppers and onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Then add the minced garlic, paprika, minced ginger, and Creole Cajun seasoning if using. Continue stirring and cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender but crisp.
- Add the Sauce and Beef: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the wok, stirring continuously. Cook for about 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and coat the vegetables well. Then return the beef to the wok and toss everything together until combined and heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the wok from heat. Serve the pepper steak and onions over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and add hot sauce to taste if desired.
Notes
- A wok is ideal for stir-frying meat and vegetables quickly and evenly; if unavailable, a cast iron skillet works well. Avoid non-stick pans as they may lead to uneven cooking.
- You may use one color of bell pepper, but combining red and green adds more flavor and visual appeal.
- Adjust the sauce thickness by varying the amount of cornstarch to suit your preference.
- If your seasoning mix is not salt-free, reduce additional salt accordingly. Taste and adjust seasoning during cooking.
- This recipe is gluten-free when using gluten-free soy sauce.
- Nutritional values are estimates and can vary based on ingredient brands and preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
