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Black Pepper Beef

Black Pepper Beef
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Tender slices of beef stir-fried with a flavorful black pepper sauce, along with colorful vegetables for added crunch and sweetness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) chuck (braising/casserole) steak or oyster blade (flat-iron/butler’s) steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
  • ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tsp white sugar
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 red capsicum (bell pepper), seeded and cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, cut into wedges
  • 4 spring onions (scallions), cut into batons
  • Steamed jasmine rice
  • Extra black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Marinate the beef with bicarbonate of soda, sesame oil, cornflour, black pepper, shaoxing wine, light and dark soy sauce. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: Mix oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
  3. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok, add garlic, then add marinated beef, capsicum, onion, and spring onions. Cook until beef is browned.
  4. Combine: Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well to coat the beef and vegetables.
  5. Serve: Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice. Sprinkle with extra black pepper if desired.

Notes

  • Slice the beef thinly to ensure quick cooking and tenderness.
  • Adjust the amount of black pepper according to your spice preference.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli or carrots for added nutrition.

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