Easy Homemade Pepper Steak

Name: Easy Homemade Pepper Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Chinese American
Ingredients: 1 pound flank steak, sliced into thin strips; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking; 2 large bell peppers, sliced into strips; 1 large yellow onion, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/3 cup beef broth; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

This tender pepper steak is a quick dinner favorite that tastes just like your local takeout spot.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Chinese American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about making a classic Chinese takeout dish in your own kitchen. This pepper steak is a family favorite because it is quick to put together and always hits the spot on a busy weeknight. The savory garlic and ginger sauce pairs perfectly with the colorful peppers.

My top tip for this recipe is to slice your beef against the grain. This makes the meat much more tender when you sear it in the pan. If you have time, let the steak sit in the marinade for at least twenty minutes to soak up all that wonderful flavor.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, combine the beef strips with the soy sauce, vegetable oil, and cornstarch. Let it sit while you prep your vegetables.
2
Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat.
3
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. Sauté the bell peppers and onions until they are tender but still crisp.
5
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about one minute until fragrant.
6
Return the cooked beef to the pan and pour in the beef broth, soy sauce, and sugar.
7
Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another two minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
8
Serve immediately while hot over a bowl of steamed white rice.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. This dish is great served over fluffy jasmine rice or even with a side of crispy noodles. If you like a little extra heat, feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes when you add the garlic.

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