The Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is an exotic dish with an abundance of flavors. Originating from Asian cuisine, it is a tasty meal to add to your weeknight dinner routine. The aromatic beef is infused with garlic, tender vegetables, and a thick sauce that melds the flavors together.
Despite preparing a homemade meal and acquiring new culinary skills, you no longer have to order takeout when craving Chinese food.
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Stir-fry is a traditional Chinese meal consisting of meat and vegetables prepared in hot oil to speed up the process. As the food cooks, you will feel the inviting aroma of Asian cuisine in your home. You don’t need excellent culinary skills; we share the step-by-step recipe. Grab your apron, and let’s get started!
What makes this recipe so unique?
The Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is a version of the traditional Chinese recipes. We used ground beef instead of slices for an even distribution of flavors. And the best thing about this dish is that it tastes just like the takeouts. Now, you can prepare a Chinese stir fry at home and save money. Preparing the stir fry in a wok is easier, but you can use a large skillet, too.
What to serve it with?
Traditional stir fry is served along with fried rice. The neutral rice soaks up the sauce, allowing you to feel the flavors without overwhelming them. Fried jasmine rice pairs perfectly with the aromatic dish, breaking down its richness. But you can also serve the beef and cabbage stir fry with an Asian-inspired salad.
Can I substitute the ground beef?
This stir fry is a flexible dish that comes in so many versions. Feel free to switch the ground beef with cubed chicken for a variation of this dish. Beef has a strong taste, so chicken is a milder dish. Want to ditch the meat and prepare a vegetarian stir fry? Replace the beef with tofu and have a delicious meatless lunch option. Tofu has a neutral flavor profile so that it will soak up the aromas of the rich sauce.
Ingredients needed:
- Vegetable oil
- Garlic
- Ground beef
- Cabbage
- Red bell pepper
- Soy Sauce
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
How to make Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry:
Step 1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic cloves and saute for 5 seconds. You can also prepare this recipe in a wok.
Step 1. Add the ground beef and break it down with a wooden spoon. Cook until brown.
Step 1. Drain The excess grease and add the cabbage and red bell pepper. Cook until the veggies are soft.
Step 1. Mix the cold water, soy sauce, and starch in a small bowl. Pour the mixture into the skillet and stir it in.
Step 1. Add pepper and salt to taste. Cook until the cornstarch thickens the mixture.
Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry
This Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is a version of the traditional Chinese recipes. We used ground beef instead of slices for an even distribution of flavors. And the best thing about this dish is that it tastes just like the takeouts.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 ⁄2-pound ground beef
- 1 ⁄2 small head of cabbage shredded finely
- 1 red bell pepper cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons of Soy Sauce
- 1 teaspoon of Cornstarch
- 1 ⁄2 cup cold water
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 pinch of salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic cloves and saute for 5 seconds. You can also prepare this recipe in a wok.
- Add the ground beef and break it down with a wooden spoon. Cook until brown.
- Drain The excess grease and add the cabbage and red bell pepper. Cook until the veggies are soft.
- Mix the cold water, soy sauce, and starch in a small bowl. Pour the mixture into the skillet and stir it in.
- Add pepper and salt to taste. Cook until the cornstarch thickens the mixture.
Marie Rayner is a retired Chef, freelance writer, recipe developer, food blogger, and Cookbook author. She makes her home in Chester, UK, where she lives with her husband, Todd, and their much beloved English Cocker, Mitzie. Her motto is “Life is far too short to eat bad food,” and her goal is to share delicious and easy recipes which anyone can enjoy and cook in the comfort of their own home.
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