Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 250 grams beef, cut into cubes
- 1 small bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 large green chilies, sliced
- 10 small bird’s eye chilies, sliced
- 5 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons black pepper powder
- 2 tablespoons white pepper powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in water
- Salt and seasoning to taste
- Water, as needed
- Vegetable oil, for cooking
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef: Begin by boiling the beef cubes briefly to remove any unpleasant odor. Drain and set aside.
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Prep the Vegetables: Dice the bell pepper and onion, and set them aside. Slice the green chilies and bird’s eye chilies. Mince the garlic.
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Cook the Aromatics: Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper, onion, sliced chilies, and minced garlic. Stir-fry until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
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Combine the Ingredients: Add the pre-cooked beef cubes to the pan. Stir in the oyster sauce, black pepper, white pepper, and sugar. Mix well to ensure the beef is evenly coated with the seasonings.
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Thicken the Sauce: Pour in the cornstarch mixture (cornstarch dissolved in a small amount of water) to thicken the sauce. Stir well and cook until the sauce has reduced and thickened, stirring occasionally.
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Adjust the Flavor: Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding salt or additional seasoning to suit your preference.
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Serve: Once the sauce has thickened to your liking and the flavors have melded together, your Black Pepper Beef is ready to be served. Enjoy it hot as a delicious and savory accompaniment to your family meal.
This flavorful Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry is perfect for a satisfying family dinner, combining the heat of chilies with the richness of oyster sauce and tender beef.
