savory steak & pepper stir fry

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Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Dec 14, 2013

I found this recipe in an old Good Housekeeping magazine. It looks so easy and so tasty--it's ready in less than half an hour!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds beef flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 1/8 teaspoon chinese five spice powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon plus a pinch salt
  • 1 medium red pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 5 tablespoons water, divided
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lower-sodium soy sauce -- or -- teriyaki sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • - cooked rice, for serving

How To Make savory steak & pepper stir fry

  • Step 1
    In a 12-in. skillet heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Sprinkle steak with five-spice powder and 1/4 tsp. salt; add to skillet. Cook 3 minutes or until just browned, stirring occasionally. With slotted spoon, transfer to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Step 2
    Add peppers, onion, 2 Tbsp. water, and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, or until slightly softened, stirring occasionally.
  • Step 3
    In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, soy or teriyaki sauce, cornstarch, 3 Tbsp. water, and 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper until smooth. Add to skillet; heat to simmering. Simmer 1 minute or until thickened. Add beef and any accumulated juices to skillet. Cook 1 minute or until beef is heated through. Serve with rice.

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Category: Beef
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Ingredient: Beef
Method: Stove Top

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