Savory Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry with Crisp Vegetables

This Sapi Lada Hitam with Vegetables is a delightful blend of tender beef and crisp vegetables, seasoned with a savory mix of sauces and black pepper. Perfect for a satisfying meal, this dish combines rich flavors and a vibrant medley of ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 250 grams of beef (cut into bite-sized cubes)
• 1 medium broccoli (cut into florets)
• 5 baby corn (sliced lengthwise)
• 2 carrots (sliced lengthwise)
• 1/2 onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 cloves of garlic (crushed)
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger (crushed)
• 3 red chilies (sliced diagonally)
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (1 tablespoon for marinating the beef)
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt, sugar, and white pepper powder (to taste)
• 200 ml water

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:

   • In a bowl, combine the beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, vegetable oil, white pepper powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse into the meat.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Wash all the vegetables thoroughly. Blanch them in boiling water until they are slightly tender but still crisp. Set them aside.

3. Cook the Aromatics:

   • Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic, red chilies, onion, and ginger until they are fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.

4. Add the Beef:

   • Add the marinated beef to the pan. Cook until the beef is browned and has absorbed the flavors of the aromatics.

5. Simmer the Beef:

   • Pour in 100 ml of water along with the sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Stir well and let it simmer until the beef is cooked through and the liquid has reduced slightly.

6. Combine with Vegetables:

   • Once the beef is cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add the remaining 100 ml of water and then the blanched vegetables. Stir to combine and cook until the vegetables are well coated with the sauce and have absorbed the flavors.

7. Finish and Serve:

   • Sprinkle the coarsely ground black pepper over the dish, mix thoroughly, and cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Enjoy your Sapi Lada Hitam with Vegetables as a flavorful and hearty meal, perfect for any occasion!