How to Cook Garlic Pepper Beef Jollibee Style
This recipe is a home made version of the popular garlic pepper beef or sometime called garlic pepper steak from Jollibee.
Prep Time8 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time23 minutes mins
Course: Beef Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: garlic pepper beef
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 304kcal
Author: Manny
- 1/2 kilo beef sirloin sliced thinly
- 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp. oyster sauce
- 1/2 cup cooking oil
Ingredients for gravy:
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 Knorr beef cube
- 1 cup water
- 2 Tbsp. flour
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper powder
For garnishing
- 1 head garlic peeled, minced and sliced
How to cook Garlic Pepper Beef:
In a small bowl, combine beef with soy sauce and oyster sauce then massage the meat in a squeezing motion using your hands. Heat oil in a pan and stir fry the beef in medium heat until it turns brown. Transfer into a serving plate.
To make the gravy, melt the butter in a pan in medium heat and add the flour. Whisk continuously until it turns in to a roux or paste. Add beef cube and water then continue to whisk.
Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper and continue to whisk and cook until it turns into a gravy. Add more water if the gravy becomes too thick.
Add the beef in the pan and stir. Add fried garlic then serve with steamed rice and enjoy!
(To make fried garlic, fry the chopped garlic in cooking oil until brown.)
Cooking Tips for Perfect Garlic Pepper Steak
1. Selecting the Perfect Cut:
For a delectable Garlic Pepper Steak, the beef cut is paramount. Ribeye, sirloin, or tenderloin are excellent choices, renowned for their tenderness and ability to absorb flavors beautifully. However, if you opt for a tougher cut, consider marinating it longer to tenderize the meat.
2. Searing to Perfection:
Achieving a gorgeous sear on your beef is crucial. First, ensure the pan is sizzling hot before adding the meat. A hot pan allows for optimal caramelization, sealing in juices and flavor. Second, avoid overcrowding the pan, as this can lead to steaming rather than searing. Cook the beef in batches if needed. Lastly, pat the beef dry with paper towels before adding it to the pan, as excess moisture can hinder proper searing.
3. Crafting a Balanced Gravy:
The gravy is the star of Garlic Pepper Steak. To achieve a harmonious gravy:
- Adjust the consistency as needed. If the gravy becomes too thick, simply add a bit more water until it reaches the desired thickness. Conversely, if it's too thin, whisk in a slurry of cornstarch and water to thicken it.
- Season with finesse. Taste the gravy as you season it with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Start with a small amount, as you can always add more later. Over-seasoning can be challenging to rectify, so it's better to be cautious initially.
- Permit a brief simmering period: After incorporating the desired seasonings, allow the gravy mixture to gently simmer for a short duration. This technique harmonizes the flavors and guarantees an even distribution of the spice components throughout the liquid.