How to Cook Garlic Pepper Beef Jollibee Style

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Garlic pepper beef is a savory, tender dish of thinly sliced beef coated in a rich, garlicky gravy with a peppery kick, perfect over steamed rice.

Prep Time8

Cook Time15

Total Time23

Course: Beef Recipe

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: chicken pastil panlasang pinoy, garlic pepper beef, garlic pepper steak, Jollibee style beef recipe

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 304kcal

Author: Manny

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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.)

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Notes

Cooking Tips on Garlic Pepper Beef:

Use Thinly Sliced Beef for Tenderness

When making garlic pepper beef, use thinly sliced cuts, like sirloin or ribeye, to ensure quick and even cooking. Thin slices allow the marinade to soak in deeply, making each piece more flavorful. Overcooking is easy to avoid with thin beef, as it needs only a brief stir-fry to stay tender.

Whisk Continuously When Making the Roux

Creating a smooth roux is essential for a rich, lump-free gravy. Melt the butter in the pan first, then add the flour gradually, whisking constantly to form a golden paste. Continuous whisking prevents clumping, giving your gravy a silky texture and a subtle, toasty flavor.

Add Fried Garlic Last for Extra Crunch and Aroma

Adding fried garlic as a final garnish enhances both flavor and texture in this dish. Fry chopped garlic in oil until golden brown, then sprinkle it on top just before serving. This simple addition brings a satisfying crunch and deep, fragrant aroma that elevates every bite.