Description
Tender strips of steak sizzle with crisp bell peppers and sweet onions in a savory, garlicky sauce. Ready in just 20-25 minutes, this colorful stir-fry is perfect over steamed rice or noodles for a fast, restaurant-style meal at home.
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) flank or skirt steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
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1 tsp cornstarch
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2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
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1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, minced (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
For the Sauce
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¼ cup beef broth (or water)
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin)
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1 tsp brown sugar
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½ tsp sesame oil
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
To Serve
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Steamed rice or noodles
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Sliced green onions
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Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the steak:
In a bowl, toss the sliced steak with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp cornstarch. Let sit 10 minutes.
2️⃣ Mix the sauce:
Whisk together the beef broth, 2 tbsp soy, rice vinegar, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
3️⃣ Sear the steak:
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add half the steak in a single layer; sear 1 minute per side until browned but still pink inside. Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining steak.
4️⃣ Stir-fry the veggies:
Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir in onion and peppers; cook 2–3 minutes until just tender. Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
5️⃣ Combine & finish:
Return steak to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together. Cook 1–2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the steak and vegetables.
6️⃣ Serve:
Spoon over bowls of steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
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Protein Swap: Try thinly sliced chicken, pork, or shrimp.
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Veggie Add-Ins: Snow peas, mushrooms, or julienned carrots make great additions.
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Spice It Up: Stir in chili-garlic sauce or extra red pepper flakes.
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Gluten-Free: Use tamari in place of soy sauce and a GF oyster sauce.
Enjoy this quick, vibrant stir-fry that’s sure to become a weeknight favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 12 min