Chinese Pepper Steak

Ingredients and Weight:

• New York strip steak (tenderized and thinly sliced against the grain): 2 pounds
• Bell peppers (red, green, and yellow): 1 pound, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• Onion (yellow): 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Ginger (fresh): 2 tablespoons, minced
• Garlic (fresh): 2 tablespoons, minced
• Soy sauce (low-sodium): 1/2 cup
• Oyster sauce: 1/4 cup
• Sesame oil: 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper (freshly ground): 1 teaspoon
• Sugar: 1/2 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar: 1/4 cup
• Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil: 1/4 cup (for frying)

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Marinate the steak slices in low-sodium soy sauce for at least 20 minutes to tenderize.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the steak and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the onion, bell peppers, ginger, and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and sugar.
6. Mix the rice vinegar and cornstarch in a small bowl to form a slurry. Add to the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
7. Add the steak back to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 8 ounces
• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Fat: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful steak
• Colorful and crunchy vegetables
• Savory and slightly spicy sauce
• Perfect for a quick and easy dinner or as part of a Chinese-themed meal

User Comments:

• "The sauce was amazing! It was the perfect balance of sweet and savory."
• "The steak was so tender and cooked perfectly."
• "The vegetables added a nice crunch and color to the dish."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use tenderized steak for optimal softness.
• Do not overcook the steak, as it will become tough.
• If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• Serve the pepper steak with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.