Chinese Pepper Steak Coca-Cola

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A quick, savory beef stir-fry featuring tender steak and crisp vegetables in a glossy, sweet-savory Coca-Cola glaze.
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This dish transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. Thinly sliced beef simmers until fork-tender, then meets crisp celery, onions, and green peppers in a unique sauce. The Coca-Cola provides a subtle sweetness and deep color, balancing perfectly with the salty soy sauce and aromatic garlic. It’s a comforting, home-style Chinese-American classic that feels indulgent yet simple. Perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something flavorful and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it steaming hot over fluffy white rice to soak up every drop of the rich, thickened gravy. The texture contrast between the soft meat and crunchy vegetables makes every bite interesting. ItâÂÂs a family favorite that disappears quickly from the plate, leaving everyone asking for seconds. Simple, affordable, and deeply satisfying.

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Chinese Pepper Steak Coca-Cola

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 230.4

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This dish transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. Thinly sliced beef simmers until fork-tender, then meets crisp celery, onions, and green peppers in a unique sauce. The Coca-Cola provides a subtle sweetness and deep color, balancing perfectly with the salty soy sauce and aromatic garlic. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting, home-style Chinese-American classic that feels indulgent yet simple. Perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something flavorful and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it steaming hot over fluffy white rice to soak up every drop of the rich, thickened gravy. The texture contrast between the soft meat and crunchy vegetables makes every bite interesting. ItâÂÂs a family favorite that disappears quickly from the plate, leaving everyone asking for seconds. Simple, affordable, and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim all fat from the top round or sirloin steak and cut the meat into pencil-thin strips.
  2. Thinly slice the celery, onions, and green bell pepper; mince the garlic.
  3. Peel the ripe tomatoes and cut them into wedges.
  4. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the oil over high heat.
  5. Add the minced garlic and salt to the hot oil and sauté briefly.
  6. Add the beef strips and brown them, stirring occasionally with a fork, for about 10 minutes.
  7. Pour in the beef broth, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the meat is fork-tender.
  8. Stir in the green pepper strips, celery, sliced onions, and 1/2 cup of Coca-Cola.
  9. Cover and simmer for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp; do not overcook.
  10. Gently stir the tomato wedges into the meat and vegetable mixture.
  11. In a small bowl, blend the cornstarch with the remaining 1/4 cup of Coca-Cola and the soy sauce until smooth.
  12. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet and stir lightly with a fork.
  13. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring gently, until the sauce thickens.
  14. Serve the pepper steak hot over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 230.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9g13%
Saturated Fat 3.3g17%
Cholesterol 84.0mg29%
Sodium 64.7mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 32.9g66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chinese, pepper steak, coca cola, beef, stir fry, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, asian fusion, soy sauce, rice dish, family friendly, quick meals, homestyle, vegetables, steak, celery, onions, garlic, tomatoes
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