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Black pepper beef is a total takeout classic, but it’s often a sad affair thanks to tough meat, insipid sauce and soggy vegies. My spin is infinitely better, with its tender, luscious, savoury goodness. A Chinese recipe to treasure.

PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients

500g (1 lb) chuck steak (aka gravy beef)

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 onion, cut into wedges

3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped

2 small capsic*ms (bell peppers), deseeded, cut into bite-sized pieces

150g (5 oz) canned baby corn, drained

2 spring onions (scallions), cut into batons

Marinade:

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine*

½ tsp bicarb soda (baking soda)

3 tsp cornflour (cornstarch)

Black pepper sauce:

3 tbsp oyster sauce

3 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine*

2 tbsp soy sauce

½ tsp dark soy sauce

2 tsp sugar

2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

2 tsp white vinegar

Steps

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    Slice the steaks against the grain and at a diagonal to form wide strips that are no more than ½cm (⅛ inch) thick.

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    Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add the beef and mix well with your hands to make sure each piece of beef is coated. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.

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    To make the stir-fry sauce, mix the ingredients in a small bowl.

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    Place a wok over high heat until hot, then add the vegetable oil. Add onion and garlic, then stir-fry for 30 seconds. Push the onion and garlic to the sides of the pan and add the beef strips into the centre. Spread the beef out as much as possible and allow to sear (don’t touch it!) for about 2 minutes. Then stir-fry and combine all the ingredients.

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    Before the beef is cooked through, add the capsicum and baby corn. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds or until the beef is just cooked. Add the black pepper stir-fry sauce and spring onion, then stir-fry for another minute or until everything is well coated and the onion is tender. Turn the heat off and transfer to a serving plate. Serve with steamed oregg fried rice.

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    Notes:

    – Chinese Shaoxing wine is a type of cooking rice wine. It’s available in the Asian aisle of some major supermarkets or from an Asian grocery store. If you’d rather leave it out, simply replace with beef stock.

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                  We love this dish, it’s something we cook every 2 weeks. It’s quick, easy and is always delicious. We use rump steak and slicing as suggested makes all the difference.

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                  July 3, 2023

                  Oh so tasty

                  We love this dish, it’s so tasty and is a huge hit. We cook it at least every 2 weeks, we add noodles to mkae it a complete dish as hubby isn’t a fan of rice. We use rump steak, trimmed and sliced as suggested and the meat is so tender.

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                  Chinese Black Pepper Beef

                  Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (18)

                  Black pepper beef is a total takeout classic, but it’s often a sad affair thanks to tough meat, insipid sauce and soggy vegies. My spin is infinitely better, with its tender, luscious, savoury goodness. A Chinese recipe to treasure.

                  PREP TIME10 minutes
                  COOK TIME20 minutes
                  SERVES4

                  Ingredients

                  500g (1 lb) chuck steak (aka gravy beef)

                  2 tbsp vegetable oil

                  1 onion, cut into wedges

                  3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped

                  2 small capsic*ms (bell peppers), deseeded, cut into bite-sized pieces

                  150g (5 oz) canned baby corn, drained

                  2 spring onions (scallions), cut into batons

                  Marinade:

                  1 tbsp soy sauce

                  1 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine*

                  ½ tsp bicarb soda (baking soda)

                  3 tsp cornflour (cornstarch)

                  Black pepper sauce:

                  3 tbsp oyster sauce

                  3 tbsp Chinese Shaoxing wine*

                  2 tbsp soy sauce

                  ½ tsp dark soy sauce

                  2 tsp sugar

                  2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

                  2 tsp white vinegar

                  Steps

                  • Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (19)

                    Slice the steaks against the grain and at a diagonal to form wide strips that are no more than ½cm (⅛ inch) thick.

                  • Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (20)

                    Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add the beef and mix well with your hands to make sure each piece of beef is coated. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.

                  • Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (21)

                    To make the stir-fry sauce, mix the ingredients in a small bowl.

                  • Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (22)

                    Place a wok over high heat until hot, then add the vegetable oil. Add onion and garlic, then stir-fry for 30 seconds. Push the onion and garlic to the sides of the pan and add the beef strips into the centre. Spread the beef out as much as possible and allow to sear (don’t touch it!) for about 2 minutes. Then stir-fry and combine all the ingredients.

                  • Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (23)

                    Before the beef is cooked through, add the capsicum and baby corn. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds or until the beef is just cooked. Add the black pepper stir-fry sauce and spring onion, then stir-fry for another minute or until everything is well coated and the onion is tender. Turn the heat off and transfer to a serving plate. Serve with steamed oregg fried rice.

                  • Chinese Black Pepper Beef recipe | Marion's Kitchen (24)

                    Notes:

                    – Chinese Shaoxing wine is a type of cooking rice wine. It’s available in the Asian aisle of some major supermarkets or from an Asian grocery store. If you’d rather leave it out, simply replace with beef stock.

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                  FAQs

                  What is Chinese pepper steak sauce made of? ›

                  Whisk the stir fry sauce ingredients together consisting of oyster sauce, soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, Asian chili sauce, rice wine, Chili sauce, Chinese 5 Spice and cornstarch. You can make the sauce at the same time as the marinade, cover and refrigerate OR when ready to cook the beef.

                  How do you use ready made black pepper sauce? ›

                  Use as a gravy for your favourite steaks and as a condiment for stir-frying.

                  How do you make stir fry beef so it's tender? ›

                  How to tenderise beef – easily!
                  1. Sprinkle 3/4 tsp baking soda (bi-carbonate soda) on 250g / 8oz sliced economical beef cuts.
                  2. Toss with fingers, leave for 30 minutes.
                  3. Rinse, pat off excess water.
                  4. Proceed with stir fry recipe. It can be marinated with wet or dry seasonings, or cooked plain.
                  Feb 23, 2019

                  What is black pepper sauce from Chinese? ›

                  The sauce is thick, with bits of garlic, shallots and coarsely ground black peppercorns. It's earthy, spicy and tangy which is perfect with red meats.

                  What is the brown sauce in Chinese food made of? ›

                  Chicken Broth Version: Combine 1 cup chicken broth (or chicken stock), 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or potato starch) in a saucepan. Mix evenly and make sure there are no lumps. Bring to a boil and keep stirring during cooking.

                  How to use Lee Kum Kee Black Pepper Sauce Chinese? ›

                  This rich and intense sauce provides a peppery and melt-in-mouth flavour with a pleasant fragrance. Use 1-2 tablespoons only, as a base for stir fries or steamed dishes, or marinades for BBQ meats, or a gravy for steaks.

                  Where to use black pepper sauce? ›

                  A ready-to-use Chinese sauce made from selected black peppers. Use as a gravy for your favorite steaks or as a condiment for stir-fries and marinades.

                  What is the secret ingredient to tenderize meat? ›

                  Whether hosting a holiday cookout, serving up some stir-fry or tackling game meats, baking soda is the go-to meat tenderizer to help make your steak, chicken or turkey silkier, juicier and yummier.

                  What is velveting in Chinese cooking? ›

                  What is velveting? Velveting is a Chinese method of marinating which keeps delicate meat and seafood moist and tender during cooking.

                  What is the best beef for Chinese food? ›

                  Flank steaks are the most popular choice for making a stir-fry. However, you can also use sirloin steak, skirt steak, Denver steak, or even beef chuck. Beef chuck steak is the most economical choice, but it does require some extra trimming. You'll want to remove the tough tissue from the steaks before frying.

                  What is black pepper sauce? ›

                  A savoury and ready-to-use sauce made with aromatic black pepper and garlic. 368g. Use in stir-frying and steam dishes. Key Ingredients*: Water, Sugar, Soy Sauce, Salt, Tomato Paste, Yeast Extract (Yeast Extract, Water, Salt), Black Pepper Powder 4%, Dehydrated Garlic, Modified Corn Starch, Soybean Oil.

                  Where did Chinese black pepper sauce come from? ›

                  Black pepper sauce originated in Asia, specifically in regions such as China and India, where black pepper has been used for centuries. Black pepper, also known as the “king of spices,” was highly valued for its rich flavor and medicinal properties.

                  What is pepper steak sauce made of beef? ›

                  This savory pepper steak sauce has a combination of beef and chicken broth which adds depth of flavor. Soy sauce and hot sauce enhance the other flavors in the dish, and just a touch of hot sauce is used, which doesn't make it spicy.

                  What is the difference between pepper sauce and peppercorn sauce? ›

                  Pepper sauce is crafted from chili peppers whereas peppercorn sauce is made from peppercorns specifically black, green, or other varieties. Q: Can you buy a peppercorn sauce? A: Peppercorn sauce can be found at most major UK supermarkets.

                  What kind of meat is pepper steak made from? ›

                  Flank steak is our cut of choice for pepper steak—it's marbled with fat, full of beefy flavor, and easy to cut into thin, tender slices. That being said, flank isn't your only option. Skirt steak will give you a very similar result, or if you're looking for a cheaper choice, sirloin is another great option.

                  What does Szechuan peppercorn sauce taste like? ›

                  It is known for its spicy and complex flavors: spicy elements from red chili peppers, savory notes from garlic and ginger, a touch of sweetness, and the distinct numbing sensation from Szechuan peppercorns.

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