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Pepper Steak

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Pepper steak is a delicious and classic main dish recipe. This version cooks in the microwave oven so it's super quick.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1-1/2 lbs. boneless beef round steak
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. paprika
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tomato, chopped

Preparation:

Pound beef to 1/4" thickness with mallet and cut into 1/4" thick strips. Mix with soy sauce and paprika in medium bowl and place in 2 quart microwave safe dish. Cook on high for 4-5 minutes or until meat is browned, stirring once during cooking. Add green pepper, onion, celery, garlic and 1/4 cup water. Cover dish. Microwave on medium for 10-14 minutes until meat is tender and vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring once.

Combine cornstarch and 1/4 cup water in small bowl and mix well. Add to meat mixture along with chopped tomato and stir well. Microwave, uncovered, for 2-4 minutes or until sauce is thickened, stirring once during cooking. 4 servings

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