Description
This teriyaki pepper steak is a delightful blend of tender beef and vibrant vegetables, all coated in a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), sliced into thin strips
- 1 medium onion, sliced thin
- 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Cooked rice or noodles (jasmine rice or soba noodles recommended)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until the sugar is dissolved. This will be your marinade. Set aside.
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain, approximately 1/4 inch thick. This ensures tenderness. Season the slices lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. To test if it's hot enough, flick a drop of water into the pan; it should sizzle immediately.
- Once the oil is hot, add the sliced flank steak in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring, allowing a nice sear to develop. Avoid overcrowding the pan, as it will steam rather than sear.
- Flip the steak slices and cook for an additional 2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until they start to soften, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the snap peas, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. You'll know they're ready when they are vibrant in color and slightly tender.
- Return the steak to the skillet and pour the marinade over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the steak is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. It should be bubbling gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve the Teriyaki Pepper Steak over cooked rice or noodles. Enjoy your flavorful, colorful meal!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: When slicing the flank steak, ensure your knife is sharp and cut against the grain; this prevents toughness and enhances tenderness. A common mistake is overcrowding the pan when searing the steak. Cook in batches if necessary to achieve a good sear and prevent steaming.