Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

About This Recipe

This stir-fry features beef slices cooked with vegetables in a bold black pepper sauce. Prepared in a wok or skillet, it requires 15 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking time. Serves four people.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Requires only one cooking vessel
  • Uses common pantry ingredients
  • Delivers high-protein content per serving
  • Adaptable to preferred vegetable combinations
  • Cooks faster than traditional oven-based meals

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Step by Step Instructions

  1. Combine sliced beef, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a bowl. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in wok or large skillet over high heat.
  3. Add beef in single layer. Cook undisturbed for 1 minute, then stir-fry until browned (2 minutes). Transfer to plate.
  4. Add remaining oil to wok. Stir-fry ginger and garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add bell peppers and onion. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  6. Return beef to wok. Add oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and black pepper.
  7. Toss continuously for 1 minute until ingredients are coated and heated through.
  8. Remove from heat. Stir in sesame oil.
  9. Serve immediately with steamed rice.

FAQ

Can I use pre-ground black pepper?
Freshly ground pepper delivers superior flavor, but pre-ground may be substituted.

What cut of beef works best?
Flank steak is recommended. Sirloin or skirt steak are acceptable alternatives.

How do I prevent rubbery beef?
Slice against the grain and avoid overcooking. High heat and quick cooking are essential.

You Must Know

  • Wok must be preheated before adding ingredients
  • All ingredients must be prepared before cooking begins
  • Overcrowding the wok reduces cooking temperature
  • Sesame oil should be added off-heat to preserve flavor

Storage Tips

  • Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Do not freeze cooked stir-fry – texture degrades
  • Reheat in wok or skillet over medium-high heat
  • Add 1 teaspoon water when reheating to prevent drying

Enjoy!

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