Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak (or sirloin), thinly sliced against the grain
Marinade:
- 1/4 cup Dr Pepper
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Vegetables:
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (optional)
Optional Garnishes:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions:
Marinade the beef:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Dr Pepper, soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add sliced beef to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to a few hours for stronger flavor.
Prepare the vegetables:
- While the beef marinates, slice the onions and bell peppers.
- Cut broccoli into florets if using.
Cook the beef:
- Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add half the vegetable oil.
- Remove beef from marinade (reserve the marinade) and add it to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until browned but not fully cooked through.
- Remove cooked beef from skillet and set aside.
Cook the vegetables:
- Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add sliced onion and bell peppers (and broccoli, if using).
- Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly softened and starting to brown.
Make the sauce:
- Give the reserved marinade a quick whisk, then pour it into the skillet with the vegetables.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine and finish:
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet along with any accumulated juices.
- Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, or until the beef is fully cooked and the sauce coats everything evenly.
Serve:
- Serve immediately over hot rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
Tips:
- Don’t overcook the beef: It will become tough. Aim for lightly browned on the outside with a bit of pink in the middle. It will finish cooking when combined with the sauce.
- Choose your vegetables: Use whatever vegetables your family enjoys. Mushrooms, snow peas, and carrots would all work well.
- Adjust the spice level: Omit or increase the red pepper flakes for desired heat level.
