Simple Pepper Steak

By ezunich

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup cornstarch, divided
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 (10 1/2-oz) can beef broth
• 2 tbs soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp dried crushed red pepper (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound boneless top sirloin steak, cut into thin slices
• 1 tbs vegetable oil
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, pressed
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• Hot cooked rice

Preparation

Step 1

Whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch, ginger, beef broth, soy sauce, and, if desired, red pepper; set aside.

Combine remaining 2 tablespoons ornstarch, salt, and pepper; dredge steak in mixture.

Heat vegetable oil and sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat 3 minutes; Add steak and garlic, and saute 4 minutes or until browned.

Add bell pepper and onion; saute 8 minutes or until tender. Stir in broth mixture; reduce heat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Serve over hot cooked rice.