Delicious and Easy Beef Pepper Steak Recipe

This beef pepper steak recipe is a classic Chinese-American dish that is quick and easy to make. Tender strips of beef are stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and onions in a flavorful sauce. Serve this delicious dish over steamed rice for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 bell peppers, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
2. In another bowl, whisk together beef broth, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar. Set aside.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add sliced onions, bell peppers, minced garlic, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
6. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat it with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in sliced green onions.
8. Serve the beef pepper steak over steamed rice and garnish with additional green onions, if desired.

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