Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, sliced into thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in the pressure cooker on the sauté setting.
2. Add the sliced steak and brown on all sides, then remove from the pressure cooker and set aside.
3. Add the sliced peppers, onion, and garlic to the pressure cooker and sauté until softened.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, black pepper, and salt.
5. Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the pressure cooker and stir to combine.
6. Add the browned steak back into the pressure cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
7. Close the pressure cooker lid and set to high pressure for 15 minutes.
8. Once the cooking time is complete, use the quick release method to release the pressure.
9. Serve the pepper steak hot with rice or noodles.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
High pressure setting on pressure cooker
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Protein: 35g
Sodium: 1100mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Sirloin steak can be substituted with flank steak or round steak.
- Beef broth can be substituted with chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the pressure cooker with the vegetables.
- Use different colored bell peppers for a more colorful dish.
- Add a tablespoon of grated ginger to the sauce for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brown the steak before pressure cooking to seal in the juices.
- Use a quick release method to release the pressure to prevent overcooking the steak.
- Serve with rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
Storage instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pepper steak in a large bowl or on a platter with rice or noodles.
Garnishes:
Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped cilantro.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of steamed broccoli or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Noodles
- Roasted vegetables
- Steamed broccoli
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thin, whisk in a little more cornstarch to thicken it up.
- If the steak is tough, try slicing it thinner or cooking it for a shorter amount of time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for your pressure cooker and use caution when releasing the pressure.
Food history:
Pepper steak is a popular Chinese-American dish that originated in the 1940s.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, salty, sweet, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with rice or noodles.
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