Pepper Steak Recipe
Description: 🌶️🥩 I stumbled upon this recipe the other day, a treasured gem from my Aunt, and it’s incredibly easy to prepare. The most time-consuming part is slicing the meat and peppers into strips, but trust me, the end result is worth it. A delightful departure from the ordinary for your dinner table!
Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours and 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Very Low Carbs, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 471.4
- Fat Content: 36.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 104.5mg
- Sodium Content: 631.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 1.6g
- Protein Content: 29g
Ingredients:
- 3 cups water
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 3 red bell peppers
- 2 green bell peppers
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oil (for browning the meat)
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meat until it’s nicely seared on all sides. |
| 2 | Dissolve the beef bouillon cubes in 2 cups of water, then pour the mixture over the browned meat in the skillet. |
| 3 | Cover the skillet and let the meat simmer for about 1 hour, or until it becomes tender. |
| 4 | Once the meat is tender, add the sliced green and red peppers to the skillet. Stir them in with the meat. |
| 5 | In a separate bowl, blend together the cornstarch, soy sauce, and the remaining 1 cup of water until smooth. |
| 6 | Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet with the meat and peppers, stirring slowly until the sauce thickens. |
| 7 | Serve the pepper steak over fluffy cooked rice, drizzling with additional soy sauce if desired. |
| 8 | Note: This recipe can also be made in an electric skillet for added convenience. |
Enjoy the succulent flavors of this homemade pepper steak, a dish that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. Whether you’re aiming for a low-carb option or simply craving a satisfying meal in under 4 hours, this dish ticks all the boxes!
