Black Pepper Beef & Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

Black Pepper Beef & Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

Dairy-FreeUnder 30 MinsHigh ProteinStovetopDinner
Easy
20minutes
420kcal
4people

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A quick, restaurant-style stir-fry featuring tender beef strips, crisp bell peppers, and a glossy, punchy black pepper sauce. Perfect over hot rice!

When you need a quick, incredibly satisfying dinner, this Black Pepper Beef & Bell Pepper Stir-Fry is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Utilizing a ready-made black pepper sauce makes this classic takeaway dish effortlessly accessible for home cooks without sacrificing any of that bold, punchy flavour. The sharp, warming kick of the black pepper pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of crisp red bell peppers and caramelized onions. The secret to recreating that restaurant-quality texture lies in thinly slicing the beef and tossing it with a touch of cornstarch before searing—a technique known as velveting, which ensures the meat stays wonderfully tender and juicy. Because this Black Pepper Beef & Bell Pepper Stir-Fry comes together in under 20 minutes, it is perfect for busy weeknights. Scaling the recipe for four people is a breeze, simply requiring a larger pan and working in batches if necessary to get a great sear on the meat. The glossy, peppery sauce clings perfectly to every single bite, making it an absolute dream to serve over a steaming bowl of hot white rice. And if you have a batch of sweet and salty Mayak eggs chilling in your fridge, slicing one of those cold, jammy eggs over this piping hot Black Pepper Beef & Bell Pepper Stir-Fry creates a phenomenal contrast of temperatures, textures, and tastes that will elevate your homemade dinner to the next level. Let's get the wok roaring hot!

Ingredients

  • 600 g Beef Steak
  • 80 ml Black Pepper Sauce
  • 2 pc Red Bell Pepper (medium sized, chopped)
  • 1 pc White Onion (large sized, chopped)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Corn Flour
  • 1 tbsp Sweet Soya Sauce
  • 2 stalks Spring Onion (sliced for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1
    Slice the beef steak against the grain into thin strips. Place them in a bowl and toss with the corn flour and a small splash of water until well coated. Set aside.
  2. 2
    Chop the red bell pepper and white onion into bite-sized squares. Mince the garlic.
  3. 3
    Heat the olive oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef steak strips in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes until browned. Remove the meat from the pan and set aside.
  4. 4
    In the same pan, add the white onion and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. 5
    Add the red bell pepper to the pan and stir-fry for 2 more minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
  6. 6
    Return the cooked beef steak to the pan. Pour in the black pepper sauce and the sweet soya sauce.
  7. 7
    Toss everything together quickly for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce is bubbly, hot, and evenly coats the meat and vegetables.
  8. 8
    Remove from heat, garnish with chopped spring onion, and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

  • To make slicing the beef steak easier and thinner, place it in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before cutting.
  • Make sure your wok or skillet is screaming hot before adding the beef so it sears rather than steams.
  • Taste the black pepper sauce before adding it; if it is exceptionally spicy, you can thin it out with a little splash of water or extra sweet soya sauce.

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