Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

oyster sauce

2 tsp

cornstarch

0.25 tsp

ground black pepper

0.25 tsp

baking powder

0.75 lb

flank steak

thinly sliced across the grain

0.33 cup

low sodium beef broth

2 tbsp

chinese rice wine

2 tbsp

dark soy sauce

1 tsp

sugar

0.25 tsp

ground black pepper

2 tbsp

cooking oil

divided

1 tsp

garlic

minced

0.5 tsp

ginger

minced

1 unit

bell pepper

seeded and julienned

2 tbsp

water

1 tsp

cornstarch

dissolved in

2 tsp

water

0.5 unit

fresh jalapeno

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

In a bowl, combine oyster sauce, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.

Step 2
~3 min

Add the thinly sliced flank steak to the mixture and marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

In a separate small bowl, combine beef broth, Chinese rice wine, dark soy sauce, sugar, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to create the sauce.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat a wok over high heat until very hot. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of cooking oil, swirling to coat the sides.

Step 5
~3 min

Add minced garlic and ginger to the wok and cook until fragrant.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until no longer pink, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.

Key Technique: Stir-fry
Step 7
~3 min

Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil to the wok, swirling to coat the sides.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the julienned bell peppers and stir-fry for 1 minute. Then, add 2 tablespoons of water.

Key Technique: Stir-fry
Step 9
~3 min

Continue stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes, until the bell peppers are tender-crisp.

Key Technique: Stir-fry
Step 10
~3 min

Return the cooked beef to the wok and add the prepared sauce.

Step 11
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil. Then, add the cornstarch solution (1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 teaspoons water), stirring constantly until the sauce boils again and thickens.

Step 12
~3 min

Garnish with sliced fresh jalapeno and serve hot with rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steak for longer for a more tender result.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the spice level.

Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice

Serve with noodles

Serve with stir-fried vegetables

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Egg drop soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Chinese-American

Cultural Significance

A popular dish in Chinese-American restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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