Soy-Free Black Pepper Beef
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and aromatic Soy-Free Black Pepper Beef recipe — a healthy twist on the classic takeout favorite. Tender strips of beef sirloin are coated with bold black pepper and stir-fried to perfection, then combined with a vibrant medley of red and green bell peppers, onions, and a rich, savory sauce made without soy. Instead, fish sauce, honey, and rice vinegar come together to create a balanced glaze that pairs beautifully with the caramelized beef and fresh vegetables. With simple ingredients and just 35 minutes from start to finish, this dish is a quick, irresistible option for a gluten-free or soy-free lifestyle. Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a hearty, satisfying meal that gets a gourmet touch from the bold, peppery kick.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams beef sirloin
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 inch piece, minced ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced onion
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 100 ml water
Instructions
Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
In a bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of black pepper. Add sliced beef to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips in batches, searing them until browned on all sides. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the sliced red and green bell peppers and onion to the pan and stir-fry them for approximately 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
In a small bowl, mix the remaining tablespoon of cornstarch with 100 ml of water until smooth. Add fish sauce, rice vinegar, and honey to this mixture.
Pour the sauce into the pan with the vegetables and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
Return the beef to the pan, mixing well to coat with the sauce. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until the beef is fully heated and coated.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2044 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.3 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.8 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 447 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 1596 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 141.4 g | 283% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 2996 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
