How to cook the classic "American-Chinese dish" - Beef with Peppers and steamed rice?

Detective Pux here, and today we're cooking up a storm with a classic "American-Chinese dish" - Beef with Peppers and steamed rice. This dish is a staple at Chinese-American restaurants and is loved for its bold flavors and hearty portions.

Now, before we get started, I have to warn you - this recipe is not for the faint of heart. It's packed with flavor and requires a bit of prep work, but trust me, it's worth it.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound of flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Steamed rice for serving

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the sliced beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
  3. In the same wok, heat another tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly softened.
  4. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
  5. Add the beef back to the wok and pour the soy sauce mixture over the top. Stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the beef is fully cooked.
  6. Taste the dish and add salt as needed.
  7. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Now, for a few tips and tricks. First off, make sure you slice your beef as thinly as possible. This will help it cook quickly and evenly, and make for tender and juicy meat. Second, don't overcook your vegetables - you want them to be slightly crunchy for some texture contrast with the beef.

And finally, the most important tip of all - have fun with it! Cooking should be a joy, so feel free to experiment with the recipe and make it your own. Want to add some spice? Toss in some sliced jalapenos or red pepper flakes. Looking for a little sweetness? Add some diced pineapple to the mix. The possibilities are endless.

So there you have it, folks - Beef with Peppers and steamed rice, the classic "American-Chinese dish" that's sure to impress. And remember, if you ever need a hand in the kitchen, Detective Pux is always here to help. Happy cooking!