Pepper Steak Bell Peppers Pan (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main

01 - 1–1.1 kg ribeye steak, sliced into thin strips
02 - Fine salt, to taste
03 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
04 - 2 tablespoons plain flour
05 - Avocado oil, for frying

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

06 - 2 small onions, halved and thinly sliced
07 - 3 bell peppers (medium-large), cored and thinly sliced (approximately 360 g)
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - Chopped green onions, for garnish

→ Spices and Seasonings

10 - 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - 0.5 teaspoon paprika
12 - 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper

→ Sauce

14 - 5 tablespoons tomato paste
15 - 120 ml beef stock or broth

→ To Serve

16 - Steamed white rice or preferred side

# Instructions:

01 - Place sliced ribeye steak in a large bowl. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle flour over the meat and toss to evenly coat each strip.
02 - Heat 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. In batches, add coated steak strips and sear quickly for about 2 minutes per batch until the exterior is browned. Remove seared steak and set aside.
03 - Add a little more oil to the same skillet if necessary. Add sliced onions and sauté for approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden-brown. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
04 - Sprinkle Italian seasoning, paprika, smoked paprika, and white pepper over the onions. Stir to combine and toast the spices for 30 seconds.
05 - Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté with the seasoned onions for about 2 minutes, preserving some crispness. Add minced garlic and cook just until fragrant.
06 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for around 30 seconds to remove the raw flavor. Pour in beef stock and mix thoroughly, allowing the mixture to come together into a cohesive sauce. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
07 - Return seared steak to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 30 seconds to 1 minute, ensuring the beef is heated through and sauce is slightly reduced.
08 - Present the pepper steak over a bed of steamed rice or serve with another favourite side. Garnish with chopped green onions.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the skillet is hot before searing beef to achieve a good crust without overcooking the interior.
02 - Cut bell peppers and onions into even slices for consistent texture and cooking.