Imagine the sizzle of tender beef hitting a hot wok, filling your kitchen with the bold aroma of black pepper, garlic, and sweet bell peppers. This Black Pepper Beef Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish, where every bite bursts with savory goodness, crunchy vegetables, and a touch of heat. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a delicious, restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights but impressive enough for guests.
2tbsp.Cornstarch Water (2 Tbsp Cornstarch Mixed With 1 Tbsp Water)
1cupJulienned green onion
Directions:
Step 1
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Slice the Beef: Cut the beef flank steak into 1.5-inch wide strips along the grain.
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Then, slice each strip thinly against the grain for tender pieces.
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Marinate the Beef:
In a bowl, combine the beef slices with 1 tbsp. ground black pepper, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 egg, and 1 tbsp. cornstarch. Mix well and set aside for 10 minutes to marinate.
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Prepare the Vegetables:
Cut the red bell pepper into triangle-shaped pieces and the onion into square-shaped pieces. Julienne the green onion into thin strips.
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Mince the celery, carrot, cilantro, and garlic.
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Cook the Beef:
Heat 2 tbsp. cooking oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry the marinated beef until no longer pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from the wok and set aside.
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Cook the Vegetables:
Add 1 tbsp. oil to the wok and stir-fry the red bell pepper and onion for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the wok and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
Return the wok to the heat and add the minced garlic, celery, carrot, and cilantro. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and 1 tsp. black pepper. Add 2 cups water, then stir to combine.
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Combine Everything:
Add the stir-fried beef and vegetables back to the wok. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon. Add the julienned green onions and the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Stir-fry quickly until everything is evenly coated with the sauce and the mixture is thickened.
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Serve:
Plate your Black Pepper Beef Stir Fry and enjoy immediately with rice or noodles!