Description
Savor the bold flavors of tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and onions, all coated in a rich, peppery sauce. This sizzling dish is not just a meal—it’s an experience! Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, it’s packed with umami and a touch of spice. Serve it on a hot plate for that dramatic restaurant-style sizzle!
Ingredients
- Beef (sirloin or flank steak) – 500g (1.1 lb), thinly sliced
- Bell peppers (red & green) – 2, sliced
- Onion – 1 large, sliced
- Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger – 1 tsp, minced
- Soy sauce – 4 tbsp
- Oyster sauce – 2 tbsp
- Sesame oil – 1 tbsp
- Black pepper – 1 tsp, freshly ground
- Cornstarch – 1 tbsp (for marinade) + 1 tsp (for sauce)
- Brown sugar – 1 tsp
- Beef broth – ½ cup (120ml)
- Vegetable oil – 2 tbsp
- Rice vinegar – 1 tsp
- Red chili flakes (optional) – ½ tsp
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and sesame oil. Add beef slices, coat well, and let marinate for 30 minutes.
2️⃣ Prepare sauce: In a separate bowl, mix oyster sauce, beef broth, black pepper, brown sugar, vinegar, and 1 tsp cornstarch. Stir until combined.
3️⃣ Heat the wok: Add 1 tbsp oil over high heat. Stir-fry beef in batches for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
4️⃣ Sauté aromatics: In the same wok, add another tbsp oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5️⃣ Add vegetables: Toss in bell peppers and onions. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
6️⃣ Combine everything: Return the beef to the wok. Pour in the sauce and stir until everything is coated and sauce thickens (about 1 minute).
7️⃣ Serve sizzling: Heat a cast iron skillet in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes. Transfer stir-fry onto the hot plate—enjoy the dramatic sizzle!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min