Easy Homemade Pepper Steak

Name: Easy Homemade Pepper Steak
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound flank steak, sliced into thin strips; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 bell peppers, sliced into strips; 1 large yellow onion, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 cup beef broth; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons cooking oil

A savory and quick stir fry that brings your favorite takeout flavors right into your own kitchen.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about making a classic pepper steak at home. This dish features tender strips of beef and crisp, colorful peppers cooked in a fragrant garlic and ginger sauce. It is my go to recipe when I want a hearty meal that feels special but does not keep me in the kitchen for hours.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to slice your beef against the grain. This makes the meat incredibly tender and easy to chew. Once you have everything chopped and ready to go, the actual cooking happens in a flash.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound flank steak, sliced into thin strips
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 bell peppers, sliced into strips
1 large yellow onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cooking oil

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a small bowl, toss the beef strips with two tablespoons of soy sauce, one tablespoon of oil, and one teaspoon of cornstarch. Let this sit for 15 minutes to marinate.
2
While the beef rests, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and the remaining cornstarch in a small jar or bowl.
3
Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat with one tablespoon of oil. Add the beef in a single layer and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
4
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan. Stir in the onions and bell peppers, cooking for about 3 to 4 minutes until they are just tender but still have a nice crunch.
5
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6
Add the cooked beef back into the pan. Pour the sauce mixture over everything and toss well.
7
Cook for another minute or two until the sauce bubbles and thickens enough to coat the beef and vegetables beautifully. Serve immediately over warm steamed rice.

💡 Tips

This dish is best served immediately while the peppers are still crisp. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheat gently in a skillet to keep the vegetables from getting too soft.

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