Q: Can I use another type of meat instead of beef in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute beef with chicken or pork, but cooking times may vary.
Q: Is it possible to make this dish less spicy?
A: Yes, you can reduce the amount of chili sauce and small hot peppers to adjust the spice level.
Q: How important is it to marinate the beef?
A: Marinating the beef is crucial as it helps to tenderize the meat and infuse flavors.
Homemade Chopped Pepper Beef
Notes
- Beef, 500g
- Minced green onion, 2 teaspoons
- Small hot peppers, 2-4
- Soy sauce, 2 tablespoons
- Oyster sauce, 2 tablespoons
- Chili sauce, 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch, 1 tablespoon
- Cooking oil, 2 tablespoons
- Slice the beef and marinate with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon cooking oil for 10 minutes.
- Mix in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry the beef slices until cooked, then set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chili sauce and green onions.
- Add the beef back into the pan, along with 1 tablespoon oyster sauce and 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
- Stir in green onions and cook until done.
- Serve hot and enjoy as a family favorite, simple and delicious!
- Calories: Varies based on portion size and oil used.
- Protein: High (beef is a good source of protein).
- Spice level: Adjustable (based on the amount of chili used).