Instructions:
1. Marinate the Beef:
. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and cornstarch.
. Mix well and allow it to marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Cook the Beef:
. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and bell peppers.
. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Add Aromatics:
. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring and cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Prepare the Sauce:
. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, beef broth, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
6. Combine and Cook:
. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables.
. Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened and everything is well-heated.
7. Serve:
. Serve the pepper steak over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
This flavorful pepper steak with onions is a quick, satisfying dish packed with savory and mildly spicy notes!
