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Black Pepper Beef

Black Pepper Beef

This quick and delicious Black Pepper Beef recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of colors)
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Equipment

  • Pan

Method
 

  1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips.
  2. Marinate beef in soy sauce and cornstarch for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan; sauté garlic and onions until translucent.
  4. Add marinated beef; sear until browned (about 4–5 minutes).
  5. Stir in bell peppers; cook until slightly softened (about 3–4 minutes).
  6. Pour in chicken broth mixed with brown sugar and black pepper; simmer until sauce thickens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize with chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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