Homemade Savory Pepper Steak
This recipe delivers tender beef and crisp vegetables coated in a silky, peppery umami sauce. It’s a fast-paced meal that brings restaurant-quality results to your kitchen table in under half an hour.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs sirloin steak thinly sliced or cubed
- 2 large bell peppers 1 red, 1 green, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large yellow onion cut into wedges
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- ½ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cracked black pepper
- 1.5 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear until browned (about 2 minutes). Remove beef and set aside on a plate.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Toss in the peppers and onions. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still bright.
- Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Give the sauce mixture a quick stir and pour it into the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
- Once the sauce thickens (about 1 minute), return the beef and any accumulated juices to the pan.
- Toss everything together until well coated and heated through. Serve immediately over warm rice.