Pepper Steak

Pepper Steak

Ingredients:

1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

1 onion, thinly sliced

1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

1 teaspoon sugar

1/4 cup beef broth or water

2 tablespoons oyster sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice wine (or sherry), and cornstarch. Add the thinly sliced beef and toss to coat. Let it marinate for about 15-20 minutes.

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the sliced onion and bell pepper, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Return the cooked beef to the skillet, along with any juices that have accumulated. Add the sugar, beef broth (or water), oyster sauce, and soy sauce. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.