Black pepper beef tenderloin recipes

How to Make Perfect Black Pepper Beef: A Comprehensive Guide

Black pepper beef is a beloved stir-fry dish, celebrated for its tender beef, bold peppery flavor, and quick preparation. Here’s a step-by-step guide to mastering it at home.

Ingredients:

- 500g beef sirloin or tenderloin, sliced thin against the grain

- 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 egg white, 1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinade)

- 3 tbsp cooking oil, 4-5 black peppercorns (crushed), 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 sliced onion, 1 sliced bell pepper

- Salt to taste, 1 tsp sesame oil (for finishing)

Steps:

1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, egg white, and cornstarch. Let it sit for 20 minutes to tenderize.

2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add crushed peppercorns and garlic, stir-frying until fragrant (30 seconds).

3. Cook the Beef: Add beef in batches, stirring quickly until browned (1-2 minutes). Avoid overcooking to keep it tender.

4. Add Vegetables: Toss in onion and bell pepper, stir-frying for 1-2 minutes until crisp-tender.

5. Season and Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil, adjust salt, and serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra kick, use whole Sichuan peppercorns; for a richer sauce, add a splash of beef broth. Enjoy this restaurant-quality dish in under 30 minutes!