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Beef Pepper Rice (Pepper Lunch Inspired) Recipe

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This Beef Pepper Rice recipe, inspired by the popular Pepper Lunch dish, features tender thinly sliced beef, fragrant sautéed onions, flavorful rice, and a deliciously savory sauce. Cooked in a skillet with butter, corn, and green onions, it delivers a satisfying, slightly charred meal that combines sweet, salty, and peppery notes perfect for a quick, comforting dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Beef Pepper Rice Sauce

  • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated or finely minced
  • ½ – 1 tsp ground black pepper, more to taste

Beef Pepper Rice

  • Avocado oil or any cooking fat, enough to lightly grease skillet
  • ½ medium onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ lb thinly sliced beef
  • 1 ½ cups leftover white rice
  • 1-2 tbsp butter or ghee
  • ½ cup canned corn kernels or frozen corn kernels
  • 2 green onions, sliced, more for garnish
  • Ground black pepper, optional according to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, grated garlic, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Set the sauce aside.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Preheat a cast iron skillet or any heavy bottom skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough avocado oil to lightly grease the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Sauté Onions: Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions start to soften and become translucent.
  4. Cook the Beef: Push the onions to the center of the skillet to create a space around the edges. Place the thinly sliced beef around the perimeter of the skillet. Allow the beef to sit undisturbed for a couple of minutes to develop a slight sear.
  5. Rearrange Onions: After the beef has seared, push the onions to the perimeter alongside the beef, creating a well in the center of the pan.
  6. Add Rice and Toppings: Place the leftover white rice into the center of the skillet. Top the rice with the butter or ghee, then add the corn kernels and sliced green onions on top.
  7. Add Sauce and Combine: Pour the prepared Beef Pepper Rice sauce over the rice and beef mixture. Using a spatula, mix everything together thoroughly until well combined and evenly coated.
  8. Allow to Char: Spread the rice mixture evenly across the skillet surface and let it sit undisturbed for a couple of minutes. This allows a flavorful char to form on the bottom of the rice and beef.
  9. Final Mix and Seasoning: Stir the mixture again to combine and ensure the beef is cooked through. Optionally, add additional ground black pepper according to taste.
  10. Serve: Garnish with extra sliced green onions and serve hot for a delicious and hearty meal.

Notes

  • Using leftover rice helps to achieve a better texture with less moisture and a crispier char.
  • Thinly slicing the beef ensures quick and even cooking.
  • Adjust the amount of black pepper to customize the spiciness of the dish.
  • Butter or ghee adds richness; using more will make the dish more decadent.
  • A cast iron skillet is preferred for better heat retention and to achieve the char.
  • Leftover cooked chicken or pork can be used as a substitute for beef.
  • Ensure to sauté the onions until softened but not browned for the best flavor balance.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Find it online: https://flavorhug.com/beef-pepper-rice-pepper-lunch-inspired-recipe/