Best 6 Betty Fords Chinese Pepper Steak Recipes

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"Betty Ford's Chinese Pepper Steak" is a classic dish that has been enjoyed by generations. This savory and flavorful dish is made with tender steak, crisp vegetables, and a delicious sauce that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will provide you with all the information you need to create a delicious and memorable meal. We will explore the history of this dish, gather the necessary ingredients, and provide step-by-step instructions on how to prepare it. So, grab your apron and let's get cooking!

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PEPPER STEAK



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An oldie but a goodie. Ever wonder how Chinese restaurants get their meat so tender? The secret is in the marinade. This is another classic dish served at our restaurant.

Provided by NavyDoc13

Categories     Meat

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 lb flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain
1/3 cup low sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons chinese rice wine
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cooking oil, divided
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 bell pepper, seeded and julienned
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch, dissolved in
2 teaspoons water
1/2 fresh jalapeno, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine oyster sauce, 2 tsp cornstarch, 1/4 tsp black pepper, baking powder in a bowl. Mix well and add steak. Let the mixture marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Combine broth, rice wine, dark soy sauce, sugar, and remaining 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl to make sauce.
  • Place a wok over high heat until hot. Add 1 1/2 tbs oil, swirling to coat sides. Add garlic and ginger to cook until fragrant. Add beef and stir-fry until no longer pink, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove meat from wok.
  • Add remaining 1/2 tbs oil to wok, swirling to coat sides. Add bell peppers and stir-fry for 1 minute then add the 2 tbs water.
  • Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Return meat to wok and add sauce. Bring to a boil then add cornstarch solution, stirring, until boils again and thickens.
  • Garnish with jalapeno slices and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 57.8, Sodium 819.1, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2, Protein 19.5

THE BEST PEPPER STEAK



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Pepper steak is a Chinese-American stir-fry dish that coats tender sliced steak and crisp-tender bell peppers in a deeply savory and slightly sweet sauce. We used flank steak here, but it is equally delicious with skirt or flap steak. No matter the cut, make sure to slice it thinly across the grain to ensure the meat is tender in the final dish. We tested bell peppers cut into a variety of sizes and found that one-inch pieces worked best, yielding peppers cooked to the perfect doneness (not too snappy but not at all mushy).

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 pounds flank steak
4 cloves garlic
One 1 1/2-inch piece ginger
7 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon sugar
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup beef broth
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 medium white onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large red bell pepper (about 8 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large green bell pepper (about 8 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Sliced scallions, for topping
Toasted sesame seeds, for topping
Steamed white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Freeze the flank steak until the meat is slightly frozen and firm enough to thinly slice with ease, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Finely grate 2 cloves of the garlic into a large bowl. Peel the ginger and cut it in half. Finely grate one of the ginger halves into the same bowl; reserve the remaining ginger. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of the soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of the Shaoxing wine, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the sugar and several large grinds of pepper to combine. Set aside.
  • Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain on a very slight bias into 1/4-inch-thick strips. Cut any extra-long pieces in half; the strips should be no longer than 3 to 4 inches. Add to the bowl with the marinade and stir to combine. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to overnight.
  • About 30 minutes before finishing the dish, use tongs to transfer the steak to a large baking sheet lined with several layers of paper towels and arrange in a single layer. Lay additional paper towels on top to help absorb any excess marinade. Set aside to take the chill off the meat.
  • Whisk together the beef broth, sesame oil, remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, remaining 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine, remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar and a couple large grinds of pepper in a medium bowl; set aside.
  • Finely mince the remaining 2 cloves garlic and add to a small bowl. Finely mince the remaining ginger and add to the same bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil in a large skillet over high heat. When the oil starts to shimmer, add a third of the steak strips in a single layer and cook until well-browned on the first side, about 1 minute. Flip and cook until browned on the second side, about 1 more minute. Transfer to a large plate. Cook the remaining steak in 2 additional batches, adding 1 1/2 teaspoons of canola oil per batch. Transfer to the plate.
  • Lower the heat to medium high. Add the onion and a splash of water to the empty skillet and cook, scraping up any browned bits and stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the red and green bell peppers and cook, stirring frequently and adding another splash of water if the skillet starts to get too brown on the bottom, until the vegetables are crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until softened, about 1 minute.
  • Return the steak to the skillet and stir to combine. Whisk the cornstarch into the sauce, then pour it into the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thick and glossy, about 2 minutes. Transfer the pepper steak to a large serving platter and top with sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with a side of steamed rice.

CHINESE PEPPER STEAK



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This is a Pepper Steak recipe that does not call for tomatoes and as some of you know I do not like tomatoes. This is a very tasty dish that after the overnight marinade it is quite easy to do. Marinading is not included in prep or cooking time. Enjoy!!!

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Steak

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb boneless round steak
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon green onion, minced
1 tablespoon sherry wine
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 large green peppers, cut in 1 inch squares
hot cooked rice
soy sauce

Steps:

  • Partially freeze steak; slice across grain into 2 x 1/4 inches strips and set aside.
  • Combine next 6 ingredients in a shallow container, mixing well; add steak.
  • Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours or overnight.
  • Pour oil around top of preheated wok, coating sides; allow to heat at medium high (325 degrees) for 1 minute.
  • Add steak mixture; stirfry 2 to 3 minutes or until browned.
  • Reduce heat to low (225 degrees).
  • Stir in green pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until crisp-tender.
  • Serve over rice with additional soy sauce, if desired.

CHINESE PEPPER STEAK



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Make and share this Chinese Pepper Steak recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     Chinese

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs round steaks, 1 inch thick
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 minced garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
2 large green peppers, thinly sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2/3 cup beef bouillon (liquid)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Place round steak in freezer for 30 minutes to get firm.
  • Remove from freezer, trim off fat, and slice into 1/8 inch thick.
  • Place oil into wok and heat up oil.
  • Add garlic, meat, salt, ginger and pepper.
  • Stir-fry over high heat for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove meat from wok and place on a heat platter covered in aluminum foil.
  • Add green peppers and onion to wok and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Return meat to pan and add water chestnuts.
  • Mix together soy sauce, sugar, bouillon, cornstarch, and cold water.
  • Stir into wok and cook for additional 4 minutes or until sauce thickens.
  • Serve over hot rice topped with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.9, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 62.1, Sodium 1254.2, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 20.4

BETTER THAN TAKE-OUT CHINESE PEPPER STEAK



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Lots of peppers, tender beef and tomatoes stir fried in a delicious brown ginger/garlic/soy sauce. I love to serve this over some Jasmine rice. It's a family favorite passed along from my aunt. I think it tastes even better than take out! Perfect easy weeknight dish to prep, cook and on table in 30 minutes.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs top round steaks, cut into 3/4 to 1 inch strips or bite size cubes
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1 -2 dash ground ginger
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 large green peppers, sliced into thin strips
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup water
cooked rice

Steps:

  • Combine cornstarch, sugar, ginger with soy sauce; mix well.
  • Add meat and stir.
  • Get oil hot in deep dish skillet and add beef only, reserving soy sauce liquid.
  • Meanwhile, cut up peppers and tomatoes.
  • When beef is browned, add the peppers, tomatoes, garlic, water and reserved soy sauce liquid into skillet.
  • Cook over medium to low heat until peppers are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve over rice (I prefer Jasmine rice).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.2, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 117.4, Sodium 2119.9, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5, Protein 42.6

CHINESE PEPPER STEAK



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Great pepper steak recipe with simple ingredients. My dad loves this...says it is better than any he has ever had in restaurants. Good served with egg rolls on the side.

Provided by Manda

Categories     Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 medium green pepper, cut in strips
1 cup water
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons cornstarch
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Cut meat across grain into 1/2-inch thick slices, then slice again in lengthwise pieces.
  • Brown meat in oil in large skillet or Dutch oven.
  • Add garlic, tomatoes, and 1 cup water to browned meat.
  • Cover and simmer 45 minutes, or until meat is tender.
  • Add green pepper strips, onions, and celery.
  • Cover and cook 15 minutes longer.
  • In small bowl, combine cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water and stir until smooth.
  • Stir into meat mixture with remaining ingredients, except rice.
  • Cook, stirring, until slightly thickened.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.5, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 171.7, Sodium 1894.3, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 3, Sugar 7.1, Protein 60.6

Tips:

  • To make the pepper steak even more flavorful, marinate the beef in the soy sauce, rice wine, and garlic for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Be sure to use a well-seasoned wok or skillet for cooking the pepper steak. This will help to create a nice sear on the beef and prevent it from sticking.
  • Cook the pepper steak over high heat, stirring constantly. This will help to create a flavorful sauce and prevent the beef from becoming tough.
  • Add the vegetables to the wok or skillet towards the end of the cooking time. This will help to ensure that they remain crisp and tender.
  • Serve the pepper steak immediately over rice or noodles. This dish is best enjoyed when served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Betty Ford's Chinese pepper steak is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The beef is tender and flavorful, the vegetables are crisp and tender, and the sauce is flavorful and slightly sweet. This dish is sure to become a family favorite.

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