Best Quick N Easy Pepper Steak Recipes

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EASY PEPPER STEAK



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We live on the eastern edge of the Sand Hills here in Nebraska, where most folks are ranchers. This popular pepper steak recipe is tasty as well as colorful. -Carolyn Butterfield, Atkinson, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound beef top round steak, cut into 1/4-inch x 2-inch strips
1 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) beef broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium green peppers, cut into strips
1 cup thinly sliced onion
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup cold water
2 fresh tomatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
Cooked rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle meat with paprika. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Brown beef. Add broth and garlic. Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Add green peppers and onion. Cover and continue to simmer for 5 minutes. , Combine cornstarch, soy sauce and water; stir into meat mixture. Cook and stir until thickened. Gently stir in tomatoes and heat through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 465mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

EASY PEPPER STEAK



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This delicious one-pan Pepper Steak recipe is an Asian-inspired dish that can be made at home in no time!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Beef     Dinner     Entree     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound top round beef (sliced into strips against the grain)
2 tablespoons canola oil ( or vegetable oil)
1 large onion (thinly sliced)
1 green bell pepper (cored and sliced)
1 red bell pepper (or orange/yellow, cored and sliced)
¾ cup water
¼ cup honey ( or brown sugar)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons cornstarch
green onions (sliced)
sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Combine all the marinade ingredients (except cornstarch) in a medium bowl and whisk.
  • Add the beef strips to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • When ready to cook, remove beef from marinade reserving the marinade.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add oil.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the sliced onion and peppers and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until tender. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add beef to the skillet and distribute evenly, cook for about 1 minute unmoved, to get a nice sear on it. Stir the beef and continue cooking until browned (beef doesn't have to be cooked through), about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the beef from the skillet and place on a plate with the peppers.
  • Whisk the cornstarch into the reserved marinade. Pour into the skillet and whisk while brining to a boil. Let boil 2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add the onion, peppers and steak back to the skillet.
  • Stir to combine all the ingredients and simmer 1-2 minutes or until heated through
  • Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Sodium 878 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 22 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICK 'N EASY PEPPER STEAK



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I make this my oldest daughter every year for her birthday.She loves it!

Provided by Mary Villearreal

Categories     Steaks and Chops

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb sirloin steak,cut into serving size
1/2 tsp salt
2 medium onions,chopped (about 1 cup)
1 c beef broth
1 clove clove of garlic,minced
2 green peppers,cut into 1 inch pieces
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 c cold water
2 tomatoes, canned and cut up (8 ounce)
4 cups of hot cooked rice
3 Tbsp soy sauce
mushrooms( optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Trim fat and bone from meat;cut meat into 4 to 6 serving pieces.Grease large skillet lightly with fat from meat.Brown meat thoroughly on one side;turn and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Brown other side of meat;turn and season with remaining salt.
  • 2. Push meat to one section of skillet.Add onions,cook and stir until tender.Stir in beef broth,soy sauce and garlic.Cover;simmer 10 minutes or until meat is tender. Add green peppers.Cover,simmer 5 more minutes.
  • 3. Blend cornstarch and water;stir gradually into meat mixture.Cook,stirring constantly,until mixture thickens and boils.Boil and stir for 1 minute.Add tomatoes;heat thoroughly. Serve over rice.

QUICK PEPPER STEAK



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When I need a speedy skillet supper, this pepper steak comes to my rescue. The tender meat is slightly sweet, with a hint of brown sugar and molasses. -Monica Williams, Burleson, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 large green peppers, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
3 green onions, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
Hot cooked noodles, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cornstarch, brown sugar, ginger and garlic powder. Stir in broth until smooth. Add soy sauce and molasses; set aside., In a nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry steak in oil for 4-5 minutes; remove and keep warm. Stir-fry peppers, celery and onions until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir broth mixture and add to the vegetables. Return meat to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice. Serve over noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER PEPPER STEAK



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Very tender and flavorful, this recipe is one of our family's favorites. It's great to make ahead of time in the slow cooker and then serve over rice, egg noodles, or chow mein.

Provided by MJWAGNER68

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Steaks     Sirloin Steak Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 2 inch strips
garlic powder to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cube beef bouillon
¼ cup hot water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
½ cup chopped onion
2 large green bell peppers, roughly chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Sprinkle strips of sirloin with garlic powder to taste. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil and brown the seasoned beef strips. Transfer to a slow cooker.
  • Mix bouillon cube with hot water until dissolved, then mix in cornstarch until dissolved. Pour into the slow cooker with meat. Stir in onion, green peppers, stewed tomatoes, soy sauce, sugar, and salt.
  • Cover, and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours, or on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 1188.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

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