Pepper Steak

Ingredients · for 4 (scales to your household)

• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil $0.16
• 1 Red bell pepper $0.88
• 1 Green bell pepper $0.88
• 1 1/2 pounds Flank steak $24.49
• 3 cloves Garlic $0.09
• 1/4 cup Packed brown sugar $0.23
• 1/2 cup Soy sauce $1.42
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil $0.32
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger $0.02
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch $0.08

Per-ingredient cost is the amount this recipe uses at the lowest Canadian price we have on file; the per-serving total above adds the range up to the dearest price and for buying whole packages.

Method

1. In a medium-sized skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add 1 chopped red bell pepper and 1 chopped green bell pepper and cook for 1-2 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside on a plate.
2. Turn the heat to high and add 1 ½ pounds sliced flank steak. Brown the beef for about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-high and continue to cook until no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, whisk 3 cloves minced garlic, ¼ cup packed brown sugar , ½ cup soy sauce , 2 teaspoons sesame oil , 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
4. Add the cooked peppers back to the skillet, then pour in the sauce. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken. Serve over rice.

Per serving