Chinese Pepper Steak with Fresh Vegetables (Print version)
Tender strips of beef, crisp bell peppers, onions, and snow peas tossed in a glossy Chinese-American pepper sauce.
# Ingredients:
For the beef
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1 1/4 lb (565 g) flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain
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1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon neutral oil
For the sauce
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1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium beef broth
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3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the vegetables
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1 tablespoon neutral oil
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1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
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4 oz (115 g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
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4 oz (115 g) snow peas, trimmed
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
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2 scallions, sliced
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
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Steamed rice, for serving
# Instructions:
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Pat the sliced steak dry. Toss it with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and black pepper. Let it sit while you prepare the sauce and vegetables.
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In a small bowl, whisk beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. Set it near the stove.
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Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the beef in a single layer, working in batches if needed, and sear for 60-90 seconds per side until browned. Transfer to a plate.
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Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Stir-fry the onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and snow peas for 3-4 minutes until bright and crisp-tender.
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Add garlic and ginger to the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
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Return the beef and any juices to the pan. Whisk the sauce again, pour it in, and toss for 1-2 minutes until glossy and thick enough to coat the steak. Finish with scallions and sesame seeds, then serve with rice.
# Good to know:
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Slice the steak while slightly firm for cleaner, thinner pieces.
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Best served right after cooking while the vegetables are crisp.
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Add a splash of water if the sauce thickens too much in the pan.