"This version of the popular Chinese-American stir fry dish includes a savory black pepper sauce that coats the succulent beef and seared vegetables...."
INGREDIENTS
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8 ounces sirloin steak, flat iron steak, flap meat or flank steak
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2 teaspoons light soy sauce (see note)
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3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons rice wine or dry sherry, divided use
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1 small onion
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1/2 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces
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1/2 medium green bell pepper, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 jalapeno, seeded and cut into thin strips (optional)
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2 teaspoons minced garlic (1-2 cloves)
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2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger (about a 1-inch piece)
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2 scallions, divided use
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Vegetable oil
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Sauce:
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3 tablespoons light soy sauce
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3 tablespoons rice vinegar
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1/3 cup low-sodium beef or chicken stock
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper (see note)
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1 teaspoon cornstarch