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Black Pepper Beef

Black Pepper Beef

Discover the bold flavors of Black Pepper Beef, a quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve with rice or noodles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 350 g filet mignon or another tender cut, sliced into thin strips
  • 6 g whole black peppercorns about 2 teaspoons
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion thinly sliced
  • 1 each red bell pepper cut into strips
  • 1 each green bell pepper cut into strips
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mortar and pestle
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Crush the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or a rolling pin in a plastic bag to achieve coarse chunks.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and cornstarch. Add the beef strips and toss to coat, letting it marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, stir-fry onions, bell peppers, and garlic for about 3 minutes until slightly soft.
  5. Return the beef to the skillet, add crushed black pepper, and toss everything together for another 1–2 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra crushed pepper, alongside jasmine rice or stir-fried noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use tofu or tempeh instead of beef. Adjust the amount of black pepper based on your spice tolerance. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat gently in a skillet. To enhance the flavor, consider adding grated ginger to the marinade. Always slice meat against the grain for maximum tenderness. Keep the heat high during cooking to achieve that characteristic wok flavor.
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