Pepper Steak

Want to turn that tough old round steak into a tender, tasty dinner fit for a King? This pepper steak dish, served over rice, will do just that.

Pepper Steak

Recipe by Diane Becker
Servings

6

servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds (1/2 inch thick) beef round steak

  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil

  • 1 cup beef broth

  • 2 celery ribs, chopped

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 2 medium green peppers, julienned

  • 1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges

  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 3/4 cup cold water

  • Hot cooked rice

Directions

  • Cut beef into 3-in. x 1/4-in. strips.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet
  • Brown the beef in the hot oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add broth, celery, garlic, soy sauce, ginger, salt and pepper
  • Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat; cover and simmer for 55-60 minutes or until the meat is tender.
  • Add tomatoes, peppers and onion & bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms; cover and simmer for 5 minutes move or until vegetables have reached desired tenderness.
  • Combine cornstarch and water until smooth & add to pan.
  • 10.Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  • 11.Serve over rice.

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