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Chinese Pepper Steak

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This classic Chinese Pepper Steak is a comforting weeknight favorite that delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. Tender strips of top round steak are browned to perfection and then simmered until fork-tender. The magic happens with the unique sauce, made from beef broth, Coca-Cola, and soy sauce, creating a rich, slightly sweet glaze that coats every bite. Crisp-tender bell peppers, celery, and onions add fresh crunch, while wedges of ripe tomato provide a subtle acidity. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that pairs beautifully with steamed rice. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for any home cook.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 758.5
Description
This classic Chinese Pepper Steak is a comforting weeknight favorite that delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. Tender strips of top round steak are browned to perfection and then simmered until fork-tender. The magic happens with the unique sauce, made from beef broth, Coca-Cola, and soy sauce, creating a rich, slightly sweet glaze that coats every bite. Crisp-tender bell peppers, celery, and onions add fresh crunch, while wedges of ripe tomato provide a subtle acidity. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, protein-packed meal that pairs beautifully with steamed rice. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for any home cook.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound Top Round Steak
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Clove Garlic, Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 cup Julienned Bell Pepper
  • 1 cup Thinly Sliced Celery
  • 1/4 cup Thinly Sliced Onion
  • 1/2 cup Coca-Cola
  • 2 md Ripe Tomatoes
  • 2 1/2 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Coca-Cola
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
Directions
  1. 1
    Trim all fat from the top round steak and cut into pencil-thin strips against the grain.
  2. 2
    In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Add the minced garlic and salt to the hot oil, stirring briefly until fragrant.
  4. 4
    Add the beef strips to the skillet and brown over high heat, stirring occasionally with a fork, for about 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    Pour in the beef broth, cover the skillet, and reduce heat to low.
  6. 6
    Simmer the beef for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the meat is fork-tender.
  7. 7
    Stir in the julienned bell pepper, sliced celery, sliced onion, and 1/2 cup of Coca-Cola.
  8. 8
    Cover and simmer for another 5 minutes; the vegetables should remain crisp-tender.
  9. 9
    Peel the ripe tomatoes and cut them into wedges, then gently stir them into the meat mixture.
  10. 10
    In a small bowl, blend the cornstarch with the remaining 1/4 cup of Coca-Cola and the soy sauce until smooth.
  11. 11
    Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet and stir lightly with a fork until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  12. 12
    Serve the Chinese Pepper Steak hot over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 758.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 44.2g68%
Saturated Fat 16.1g81%
Cholesterol 186.4mg63%
Sodium 5279.5mg220%
Total Carbohydrate 18.3g7%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Sugars 5.3g
Protein 67.0g134%

* 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, beef, top round, stir fry, celery, onion, tomato, coca-cola, cornstarch, soy sauce, garlic, beef broth, weeknight dinner, easy, comfort food, asian inspired, rice, saucy
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