Description
This Pepper Steak Stir Fry features thinly sliced flank steak cooked swiftly with red and green bell peppers in a savory, slightly sweet soy-based sauce. A quick and easy dish that delivers bold Asian-inspired flavors, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that rivals takeout.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into strips
- 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into strips
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
Meat
- 1 1/4 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided use
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Heat oil and cook peppers: Heat 1 teaspoon of the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large pan. Add the red and green bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes or until just tender. Remove the peppers from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Cook the steak: Add the remaining vegetable oil to the pan. Season the thinly sliced flank steak with salt and pepper to taste. Increase the heat to high and add the steak to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until the steak is lightly browned.
- Add aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan with the steak, cooking for 30 seconds to release their flavors.
- Combine peppers and steak: Return the cooked bell peppers to the pan with the steak and aromatics.
- Prepare and add sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Pour this sauce over the steak and pepper mixture in the pan.
- Simmer to thicken sauce: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and coats the ingredients well.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot for a delicious, satisfying meal.
Notes
- For best results, slice the flank steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch slightly but be careful not to make it too gloopy.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like onions or snap peas for added texture and flavor.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles to complete the meal.
- Adjust the sugar amount to control the sweetness level based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
