---
title: "Black Pepper Beef Strips (黑椒牛柳)"
description: "Black Pepper Beef Strips is a widely loved home-style stir-fry with a rich black pepper flavor and tender beef strips, paired with sweet, crisp onion and bell peppers for a balanced meat-and-veg combo that appeals to all ages. Beef is rich in high-quality protein and iron, while bell peppers and onion provide a variety of vitamins."
image: "https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu.jpg"
url: "https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/r/meat_dish_hei-jiao-niu-liu/"
---

# Black Pepper Beef Strips

**黑椒牛柳 · hēi jiāo niú liǔ**

> Time: 51 min · Difficulty: Hard · Calories: 216 kcal · Serves: 1 serving · Category: [Meat](https://cookbook.cn-trending.com/c/meat_dish/) (荤菜)

Black Pepper Beef Strips is a widely loved home-style stir-fry with a rich black pepper flavor and tender beef strips, paired with sweet, crisp onion and bell peppers for a balanced meat-and-veg combo that appeals to all ages. Beef is rich in high-quality protein and iron, while bell peppers and onion provide a variety of vitamins.

![](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/ai-generated/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu.jpg)

## Ingredients

- 100 g Beef (牛肉) — per serving
  - Tip: Beef tenderloin or steak cuts are recommended.
- 1/12 pieces Onion (洋葱) — per serving
  - Tip: For cutting, use about 1/4 of one for 3 servings.
- 1/12 pieces Bell pepper (菜椒) — per serving
  - Tip: Red or yellow bell peppers are recommended to add color.
- 3 g Starch (淀粉) — per serving
  - Tip: Used for marinating to lock in moisture and keep the beef tender.
- 1 g Black pepper (ground) (黑胡椒粉) — per serving
  - Tip: Can substitute for the marinade; adjust based on taste.
- to taste Black pepper marinade (黑椒腌料)
  - Tip: Use according to the proportions on the purchased product's packaging.
- 1 g Salt (盐) — per serving
  - Tip: For basic seasoning.
- 10 ml Peanuts (oil) (花生油) — per serving
  - Tip: If you increase or decrease the amount of beef, adjust the oil proportionally.

## Tools

Non-stick pan, Cleaver / chef's knife, Cutting board, Serving plate

## Method (8 steps)

1. **Cut the Beef** — Cut the beef into strips no longer than 8 cm, about 5-10 mm thick and about 1 cm wide.
   - Duration: 5 min
   - Tip: The exact dimensions are not strict; just aim for even pieces.
   ![Step 1: Cut the Beef](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_1.jpg)
2. **Initial Marination** — Marinate the beef with the marinade, mix well, then let it rest.
   - Duration: 10 min
   - Tip: Follow the product instructions for amount and time; you can extend the time but not shorten it.
   ![Step 2: Initial Marination](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_2.jpg)
3. **Second Marination to Lock in Moisture** — If using a liquid marinade, sprinkle black pepper powder 3 minutes before finishing, then add starch, mix well, and let it rest for 20 minutes.
   - Duration: 20 min
   - Tip: Starch helps the beef retain moisture and stay tender.
   ![Step 3: Second Marination to Lock in Moisture](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_3.jpg)
4. **Hot Pan, Cool Oil** — Turn on the heat, warm the pan, and add peanut oil.
   - Duration: 1 min
   - Tip: A non-stick pan is recommended.
   ![Step 4: Hot Pan, Cool Oil](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_4.jpg)
5. **Stir-fry the Beef** — When a wisp of smoke rises from the oil, add the beef and stir-fry over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until the outside changes color.
   - Duration: 2 min
   - Tip: No obvious blood should remain; be careful of oil splatter.
   ![Step 5: Stir-fry the Beef](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_5.jpg)
6. **Add the Vegetables** — Add the onion and bell peppers and continue stir-frying for 2 minutes.
   - Duration: 2 min
   - Tip: Keep the heat at medium-high to cook the vegetables through.
   ![Step 6: Add the Vegetables](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_6.jpg)
7. **Season and Aromatize** — Add salt, sprinkle another portion of black pepper powder, and stir-fry for 30 seconds to mix evenly.
   - Duration: 30 sec
   - Tip: Adjust the amount of black pepper powder to taste.
   ![Step 7: Season and Aromatize](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_7.jpg)
8. **Plate and Serve** — Once the onion has softened, turn off the heat and serve on a plate.
   - Duration: 30 sec
   - Tip: Softened onion is a sign the dish is fully cooked.
   ![Step 8: Plate and Serve](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/steps/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu/step_8.jpg)

## Tips

- The powder and the marinade can substitute for each other; follow the package instructions for amounts.
- Adjust the amount of oil based on the quantity of ingredients; if you add more beef, increase the oil accordingly.
- If you encounter issues during preparation, you can refer to the project's Issues or Pull Requests for improvements.

## Overview image

![Black Pepper Beef Strips — ingredients and steps overview](https://media.githubusercontent.com/media/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend/dataset/images/overview/other_hei-jiao-niu-liu_overview.jpg)

## Source

Recipe text from [HowToCook](https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook), structured by [Vibe Cook](https://github.com/zkeq/vibe-cook-backend). Public domain (Unlicense).

Original: https://github.com/Anduin2017/HowToCook/blob/master/dishes/meat_dish/黑椒牛柳/黑椒牛柳.md

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