JesseEatzA high-octane fusion of Texas smokehouse flavors and Cantonese stir-fry technique, featuring tender marinated steak and snap peas in a savory black pepper garlic sauce.
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, grated ginger, and half of the minced garlic. Toss the sliced flank steak in the marinade and let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
Marinating at room temperature helps the meat sear more evenly.
Wash and trim the sugar snap peas and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips. Prep all ingredients before turning on the heat—stir-fry moves fast!
Organization is 90% of the battle in stir-fry.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large cast iron skillet over high heat until it just starts to smoke. Add the steak in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove steak and set aside.
Don't crowd the pan or the meat will steam instead of searing.
Wipe out the pan if needed, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, and toss in the snap peas and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vibrant but still crisp. Add the remaining garlic and black pepper during the last 30 seconds.
You want a 'tender-crisp' texture on the veggies.
Return the steak and any accumulated juices to the pan. Toss everything together for 1 minute to glaze the beef and veggies in the residual sauce. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Garnish with sesame seeds for that professional finish.
The key to this dish is the 'Wok Hei' or 'Breath of the Wok.' Get your cast iron or carbon steel wok screaming hot before adding the oil. If you don't have a wok, a large cast iron skillet works perfectly to get that signature sear on the steak. For the best texture, slice the flank steak against the grain while it's slightly frozen.
Nutrition data is estimated and may not be fully accurate. This is not medical advice — consult a registered dietitian or healthcare professional for personalized guidance.
Prices shown reflect the estimated cost of the portion used in this recipe, not the full item price. Actual costs may vary by store and location.