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Pepper Steak Recipe

This Pepper Steak recipe is quick and easy. Make it a complete meal when served with rice.

This is a great dish to prepare during a busy week. You can have supper on the table in less than half an hour. How can you go wrong with delicious slices of beef with peppers and onions in a tasty gravy sauce?

Quick and Easy Southern Style Pepper Steak

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs Vegetable Oil
  • 1.5-2 lbs Sirloin Steak, Sliced
  • 3 Bell Peppers, Sliced into Strips
  • 1 Large Onion, Sliced
  • 1 c Beef Stock
  • 3 tsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Beef Better Than Bouillon
  • 1/2 tbs Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • Cracked Black Pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder 
  • 4 c Cooked White Rice, for serving

Pepper Steak with Rice and Gravy

Southern Pepper Steak
 
 
 
Cook rice according to directions and set aside. If you use minute rice, this will only take 10 minutes.
 
 
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium high heat.
 
 
When the skillet is hot, add the strips of steak. I used sirloin but you can use whatever cut of beef you prefer.
 
 
Sauté the beef strips 4-5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
 

Pepper Steak and Rice

 
Add the sliced peppers (I used a yellow, red and green bell pepper for a mix of color) and sliced onions to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes.
 
This time frame will soften the vegetables and cook them but leave a slight crunch to hold their integrity. If you prefer your vegetables softer, you can continue to cook as desired.
 
 
Push the cooked vegetables to the side of the skillet.
 
 
In a measuring cup combine beef stock, cornstarch and beef Better than Bouillon by whisking together to form a slurry mixture.
 
 
Add the slurry mixture to the skillet and whisk the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
 
 
Add tomato paste and whisk to incorporate. The sauce will thicken quickly.
 
 
Stir the peppers into the sauce and add the cooked steak back to the skillet. Add seasonings and stir to mix everything together.
 
 
Remove from heat and serve over rice. Serves 4-6 people, depending on appetite.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Easy One Pan Beef and Peppers

Let’s make this Pepper Steak Recipe!

 
Yield: 6 Servings

Pepper Steak

Pepper Steak

Quick and easy Southern style pepper steak is a one pan beef and gravy dish, perfect when served over rice for a complete meal

Prep Time 10 minutes
Active Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs Vegetable Oil
  • 1.5-2 lbs Sirloin Steak, Sliced
  • 3 Bell Peppers, Sliced into Strips
  • 1 Large Onion, Sliced
  • 1 c Beef Stock
  • 3 tsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Beef Better Than Bouillon
  • 1/2 tbs Tomato Paste
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • Cracked Black Pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder 
  • 4 c Cooked White Rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to directions and set aside. If you use minute rice, this will only take 10 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium high heat.
  3. When the skillet is hot, add the strips of steak. I used sirloin but you can use whatever cut of beef you prefer.
  4. Sauté the beef strips 4-5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. Add the sliced peppers (I used a yellow, red and green bell pepper for a mix of color) and sliced onions to the skillet.
  6. Sauté for 5 minutes. This time frame will soften the vegetables and cook them but leave a slight crunch to hold their integrity. If you prefer your vegetables softer, you can continue to cook as desired.
  7. Push the cooked vegetables to the side of the skillet.
  8. In a measuring cup combine beef stock, cornstarch and beef Better than Bouillon by whisking together to form a slurry mixture.
  9. Add the slurry mixture to the skillet and whisk the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
  10. Add tomato paste and whisk to incorporate. The sauce will thicken quickly.
  11. Stir the peppers into the sauce and add the cooked steak back to the skillet. Add seasonings and stir to mix everything together.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 659Total Fat: 38gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 209mgSodium: 678mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 66g
 
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Sherrie

Thursday 15th of November 2018

Thanks so much for this recipe. I think it will become a family favorite quickly.

Julie @ Back To My Southern Roots

Wednesday 7th of February 2018

I bet this is absolutely delicious!!

Anonymous

Wednesday 26th of July 2017

Is there any way to just print the recipe and not pictures. When I hit print, the recipe and pictures print. Thank you

Julia

Friday 28th of July 2017

When you click print, there is an option at the top labeled "images" with a drop down menu. You can select "no images" :)

Nicole

Wednesday 14th of June 2017

This looks delicious. Must pin. I'm wondering if you have a favorite brand of beef stock.

Julia

Thursday 15th of June 2017

Thank you Nicole! I don't really have a favorite brand of stock, but typically buy Kitchen Basics :)

Julie Holly

Wednesday 14th of June 2017

Thank you for this super delicious recipe! I'm always on the prowl for quick and tasty dinner recipes!

Julia

Thursday 15th of June 2017

Thank you for stopping by Julie!

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