Savory Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

Sapi Lada Hitam (Black Pepper Beef)

Ingredients:

• 500 grams beef (thinly sliced)
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cm ginger
• 2 large red chilies
• 3 large green chilies
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (dissolved in water)
• 4 tablespoons water
• Cooking oil (as needed)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef: Thinly slice the beef and marinate it for 1 hour in a mixture of 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon salt.

2. Prepare the Vegetables: Remove the seeds from the red and green chilies, and slice them into thin strips. Slice the onion into medium-thick rings. Crush the garlic and chop it finely.

3. Cook the Aromatics: Heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant.

4. Add the Beef: Add the marinated beef to the pan and stir-fry until it changes color.

5. Add Chilies: Once the beef has changed color, add the sliced red and green chilies to the pan.

6. Make the Sauce: Pour in the water and cornstarch mixture, then add additional oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, and sugar to taste.

7. Simmer and Serve: Allow the dish to simmer until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together. Serve hot.

Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Sapi Lada Hitam with steamed rice for a satisfying meal!