Description
Sizzling Black Pepper Beef delivers a bold, peppery flavor in a fast, stovetop stir‑fry. Thin strips of beef are quickly seared, then coated in a glossy sauce made from soy sauce, grape juice, black pepper and a touch of cornstarch for thickness. The dish finishes with fresh green onions and pairs perfectly with steamed rice or crisp vegetables, making it an ideal quick dinner for busy weeknights. Ready in about 25 minutes, it offers restaurant‑style taste at home. Enjoy the rich aroma and bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup grape juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Slice beef, onion, bell pepper; mince garlic.
- Optional: marinate beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and a pinch of black pepper.
- Heat wok over medium‑high, add oil.
- Stir‑fry beef until browned, remove.
- Cook onion and bell pepper, add garlic.
- Whisk black pepper, soy sauce, grape juice, cornstarch, water.
- Return beef, add sauce, simmer until thick.
- Garnish with green onions and serve.
Notes
- For extra heat
- add crushed red pepper flakes. Substitute tamari for gluten‑free version. Serve over rice or cauliflower rice. Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Quick Dinners
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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