Black Pepper Beef
Black Pepper Beef is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the zing of freshly cracked black pepper to tender strips of beef. This easy recipe transforms your weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences with its vibrant colors and aromatic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1. Slice beef against the grain into thin strips; chop bell peppers and onion.
- 2. Marinate beef with soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- 3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4. Sear marinated beef in batches until browned (about 2 minutes).
- 5. Add bell peppers and onion; stir-fry for about 3 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- 6. Mix brown sugar with a splash of water; pour over beef and veggies, stir to coat, and simmer briefly until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for added crunch. - For extra heat, incorporate chili flakes or use flank steak for a spicier kick. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.