Savor the savory and tender goodness of Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions! This quick and easy dish combines beef strips, colorful bell peppers, and onions in a flavorful sauce, making it a delightful addition to your meal.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lb beef strips (thinly sliced round steaks, cut into strips) 🥩
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into thick slices 🫑
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into thick slices 🌶️
- 1/2 onion, thickly sliced 🧅
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth 🍖
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 🌿
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce 🥢
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar 🍚
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch 🌽
Directions:
- Place the beef strips, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and onion in an electric pressure cooker.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, ground ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar over the beef and peppers.
- Pour the beef broth into the Instant Pot and stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Add the lid and ensure it is tightly closed. Set the pressure to high for 15 minutes.
- When cooking is done, perform a quick release of pressure. Alternatively, for more tender steak, opt for a natural release.
- Remove the lid and press the Cancel button. Then, switch the pressure cooker to sauté mode.
- In a separate small bowl, mix 1/4 cup of cold water with a tablespoon of cornstarch until well combined. Stir this cornstarch mixture into the pepper steak mixture in the Instant Pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions!
This flavorful dish is a perfect balance of tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a savory sauce. It’s a quick and satisfying meal option for any day of the week! 🌶️🥩🌿