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Pepper Steak with Garlic Rice Recipe

Pepper Steak with Garlic Rice

A savory dish combining tender strips of steak with colorful peppers and flavorful garlic rice. Perfect for a hearty dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pepper Steak
  • 1 lb flank or sirloin steak sliced into medium strips
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce optional, for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
For the Garlic Rice
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups hot water
  • 1 tablespoon butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • a pinch of paprika or a splash of light soy sauce for color, optional

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Medium Pot

Method
 

  1. Cook the Rice: In a medium pot, heat butter or oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the rice to coat it with the oil. Add hot water, salt, and paprika or soy sauce (if using).
  4. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15–20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is fluffy.
  5. Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, combine steak strips with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch.
  6. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
  7. Sear the Steak: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  8. Add the steak in batches and sear quickly on both sides until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
  9. Cook the Vegetables & Sauce: In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds.
  10. Add sliced onions and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
  11. Pour in beef broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Stir well.
  12. Return the steak to the skillet and toss everything together. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  13. Serve: Plate the rice, top with the pepper steak and vegetables, and spoon some sauce over.
  14. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be adjusted to taste. Use different vegetables or add spice to customize. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.