Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

This flavorful stir-fry combines tender beef with a bold black pepper sauce for a delicious and quick meal!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb flank steak, cut into cubes
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 teaspoons coarse black pepper
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for slurry)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon oil (for frying)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:
   In a bowl, combine the flank steak cubes with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce:
   In a separate bowl, mix together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Beef:
   Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned. Once cooked, remove the beef and set it aside.
4. Cook the Vegetables:
   In the same pan, add the garlic, onions, and bell peppers. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Combine and Cook:
   Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
6. Serve:
   Serve the stir-fry hot over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

This quick and easy stir-fry is packed with flavor and makes for a satisfying meal any day of the week!