Description
The Best Pepper Steak is a mouthwatering Asian-inspired dish that brings together tender slices of steak, crisp bell peppers, and a savory soy-based glaze. This quick recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, taking only 30 minutes from prep to plate. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s perfect for impressing family or guests alike. Plus, it’s versatile enough to allow for customization with your choice of protein or additional vegetables. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s sure to satisfy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb round steak (or sirloin/venison), thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper (red and green), sliced
- 5 tablespoons soy sauce (for marinade and glaze)
- 3 tablespoons sugar (for marinade and glaze)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Thinly slice the steak against the grain, and slice the onion and bell pepper.
- Marinate steak: Mix soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over the steak and refrigerate while preparing other ingredients.
- Make glaze: Combine remaining soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar in a separate bowl.
- Cook vegetables: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers for about 3-5 minutes until just browned; set aside.
- Cook steak: In the same skillet, add marinated steak slices and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Combine: Return vegetables to the skillet, pour in the glaze mixture, and stir until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg