Quick Asian Pepper Steak (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound flank steak, cut into thin strips against the grain
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1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
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1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
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1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
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1 medium onion, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
→ Flavorful Sauce Mix
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 tablespoons water
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar for sweetness
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2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
# Instructions:
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Mix together your sauce ingredients in a bowl: soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, water, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if you're adding some heat. Give it a good whisk until everything's well combined.
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Get your large skillet or wok nice and hot over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add those beef strips and stir-fry them until they're just browned and cooked through - about 2-3 minutes should do it. Take them out and set aside for now.
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In the same pan, add your remaining oil and toss in those colorful bell peppers and onions. Give them a good stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes - you want them tender but still with some nice crunch.
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Now's the time to reunite everything! Put the beef back in the pan, pour in your prepared sauce, and stir everything together. Let it bubble away for 2-3 minutes until the sauce gets nice and thick, coating everything beautifully.
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Dish it up while it's hot! It's fantastic over some steamed rice or noodles. Feel free to sprinkle some sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top for extra flair.
# Notes:
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Use any combination of bell peppers you have on hand - the more colors, the prettier the dish!
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No oyster sauce? No problem! Hoisin sauce or extra soy sauce works great too.
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Perfect for meal prep - this dish reheats beautifully for lunch the next day.