Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry: A Quick and Flavor-Packed Asian Classic

Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry is a beloved dish found in many Asian cuisines — from Chinese to Thai kitchens. It’s a perfect balance of tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a glossy, peppery sauce that clings to every bite. The key to this dish lies in its simplicity and speed: high heat, quality ingredients, and a perfectly balanced sauce that delivers a bold punch of black pepper.

Let’s dive into a detailed step-by-step guide on how to make Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry at home, just like your favorite restaurant version.

Ingredients

For the Beef Marinade

• 500 g (1 lb) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Stir-Fry

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (coarsely cracked for bold flavor)

For the Sauce

• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color and depth)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or Shaoxing wine
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ¼ cup beef broth or water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water for slurry)

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

Start by slicing your beef thinly against the grain. This helps ensure tenderness when cooked. Combine it in a bowl with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper.
Mix well to coat every piece of beef evenly, then let it marinate for at least 15–20 minutes. This step not only tenderizes the meat but also infuses it with flavor before cooking.

Step 2: Mix the Stir-Fry Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice vinegar (or Shaoxing wine), sugar, and beef broth.
Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then set aside. This will be your flavorful stir-fry sauce that brings everything together at the end.

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