Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe

Name: Chinese Pepper Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. lean beef thinly sliced; 1/2 c. dry red wine; 2 Tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil; 2 garlic clove crushed; 1 small ginger slice or a pinch of ginger powder; 2 large green pepper sliced; 3 green onions chopped; 1/2 c. fresh mushrooms sliced; 1 6 oz. can water chestnuts sliced and drained; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 Tbsp. soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb. lean beef thinly sliced
1/2 c. dry red wine
2 Tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil
2 garlic clove crushed
1 small ginger slice or a pinch of ginger powder
2 large green pepper sliced
3 green onions chopped
1/2 c. fresh mushrooms sliced
1 6 oz. can water chestnuts sliced and drained
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. soy sauce

1
Marinate beef in wine for 30 minutes or longer.
2
Heat wok or heavy skillet.
3
Add oil and heat thoroughly.
4
Stir fry garlic and ginger until light golden brown.
5
Remove beef from marinade and stir fry for 4 minutes.
6
Add vegetables and continue to stir fry 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Dissolve cornstarch in soy sauce.
8
Add soy sauce mixture and marinade.
9
Stir fry stirring constantly another minute.
10
Serve over rice. Serves 4.

505

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. lean beef thinly sliced, 1/2 c. dry red wine, 2 Tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil, 2 garlic clove crushed, and more.

Yes, Chinese Pepper Steak falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Pepper Steak

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Variations & substitutions

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