Flavorful Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers

Daging Sapi Lada Hitam (Black Pepper Beef)

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of sirloin beef, thinly sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into cubes
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into cubes
• 1 large onion, cut into cubes
• 10 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cm of ginger, grated
• 4 tablespoons of ground black pepper (optional, can be adjusted)
• 1 teaspoon of cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
• Salt and sugar, to taste
• 5 tablespoons of water
• Oil for sautéing

Marinade Ingredients:

• 3-4 tablespoons of oyster sauce
• 3 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:

   • Coat the thinly sliced beef with the marinade ingredients: oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
   • Let the beef marinate for at least 1 hour to absorb all the flavors.

2. Sauté Aromatics:

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   • Heat a bit of oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat.
   • Add the finely chopped garlic and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant and slightly golden.

3. Cook the Beef:

   • Add the marinated beef to the pan. Sauté until the beef is evenly browned.
   • Pour in 5 tablespoons of water, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to ensure the beef is tender.

4. Combine with Vegetables:

   • Remove the lid, check if the seasoning needs to be adjusted by adding more soy sauce or oyster sauce if needed.
   • Add the cubed bell peppers, onion, and ground black pepper. Mix well.

5. Thicken the Sauce:

   • Add salt and sugar to taste.
   • Pour in the cornstarch mixture, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables evenly.

6. Final Touches:

   • Once everything is well-mixed and the sauce has thickened, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
   • Turn off the heat and transfer the dish to a serving plate.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Your Daging Sapi Lada Hitam is ready to be served! Enjoy it hot with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Happy cooking, and enjoy your flavorful journey with this delightful Black Pepper Beef recipe!