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Pepper Steak

Sukaina Nasser Mamado
Pepper steak is a Chinese-American dish featuring strips of steak heavily seasoned with pepper. It is believed to have its origins in the cuisine of Fujian Province in China, where it was probably originally made with pork.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Meat Dishes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp

    olive oil divided


  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch cubes or strips
  • 1

    green bell pepper cut into 1 inch cubes or strips


  • 8 ounce

    ounce flank steak sliced in strips against the grain


  • 3

    garlic cloves minced


  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup

    soya sauce low sodium


  • 2 tsp

    sesame oil


  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • In a medium sized skillet or wok over medium high heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Add the bell peppers and cook 1-2 minutes until tender.
  • Remove and set aside on a plate.

  • Turn the heat to high and add the flank steak and cook on each side to sear the beef and reduce heat to medium high and continue to cook until no longer pink and brown on each side.
  • 
In a small bowl, whisk the garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and cornstarch.

  • Add the peppers back to the skillet and add the sauce.
  • Let simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Serve over rice. ENJOY!!!
Keyword pepper, steak