Pepper Steak
Pepper steak is a flavorful and satisfying dish that brings together tender strips of beef with a savory-sweet sauce and vibrant vegetables. In this recipe, top round steak is used for its lean, yet flavorful texture, providing a hearty base for the dish. The sauce blends soy sauce for umami depth, honey for a touch of sweetness, and a little heat from red pepper flakes, balancing the flavors perfectly.
To elevate the flavor, the recipe incorporates fresh aromatics like minced garlic and minced ginger, which infuse the steak and sauce with warm, zesty notes. A combination of colorful green and red peppers adds crunch and a natural sweetness, while the large onion brings an earthy, savory element.
For the sauce, cornstarch is used to thicken the mixture, giving it a glossy finish that coats the steak and vegetables beautifully. Finally, water helps blend everything together, ensuring the sauce has the perfect consistency.
This dish is a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and spicy, making it a go-to for a quick and delicious meal!
- Serves: 4 People
- Prep Time: 2hrs
- Cooking: 30min
- Difficulties: medium
Ingredients
For Cooking
- 1 lb top round steak
- 1 ½cups water
- ½ cup honey
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp minced ginger
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 green pepper
- 1 red pepper
- 1 large onion
- 4 Tbsp cornstarch
For Dressing
Nutritional Information
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Calories
789 -
Total Fat 7.8g
10% -
Saturated Fat 2.2g
11% -
Cholesterol 21mg
7% -
Sodium 526mg
23% -
Total Carbohydrate 167g
61% -
Dietary Fiber 13.1g
47% -
Total Sugars 17.1g
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Protein 18.8g
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Vitamin D 0mcg
0% -
Calcium 185mg
14% -
Iron 9mg
52% -
Potassium 1398mg
30%
Procedure
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2minsMark As Complete
In a large bowl, combine the water, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes, whisking until well blended.
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5minMark As Complete
Slice the steak into thin strips, cutting against the grain for maximum tenderness. Place the steak strips into the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors infuse.
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5minMark As Complete
Once marinated, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the onion, red pepper, and green pepper until they are slightly tender yet still crisp, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
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5minMark As Complete
In the same skillet, add the marinated steak strips (reserving the marinade for later) and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until they are just cooked through and reach medium doneness.
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3minMark As Complete
Meanwhile, whisk the cornstarch into the reserved marinade until smooth. Pour the marinade mixture into the skillet with the steak and bring it to a boil, allowing the sauce to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
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3minMark As Complete
Stir the cooked peppers and onions back into the skillet with the steak and sauce. Let everything simmer together for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is thick and glossy.
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Mark As Complete
Serve hot and enjoy!
