Black Pepper Grilled Wagyu Beef with Green Tea BBQ Seasonings

Ingredients:

• 6g green tea BBQ seasonings
• 350g Wagyu beef tenderloin (or other steak cut, cut into ¾-inch cubes)
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon potato starch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, cut into ½-inch squares
• 100g bell pepper (½ red, ½ green), cut into strips
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped

Instructions:

Prepare the Seasonings:

• Put the 6g green tea BBQ seasonings and 6g whole black peppercorns in a mortar and use a pestle to crack the peppercorns coarsely. If you don’t have a mortar and pestle, put the peppercorns in a freezer bag and use a rolling pin to crush them。

Marinate the Beef:

• In a bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and most of the crushed peppercorns (save a little to garnish)。Add the potato starch and mix until there are no lumps left。
• Stir in the Wagyu beef cubes to coat evenly. Let the beef marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate。

Grill the Beef:

• Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat。
• Heat the vegetable oil on the grill grates or grill pan over high heat。
• Add the marinated beef cubes in a single layer. Try to leave as much of the marinade in the bowl as possible。
• Grill the beef on one side until golden brown, then flip each piece and grill the second side until browned。

Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

• Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the grill pan。
• Stir-fry over high heat, tossing the contents periodically to ensure even cooking。
• When the onions become translucent, add the remaining marinade and toss everything together until the beef is shiny and evenly coated with sauce。

Serve:

• Serve the black pepper grilled Wagyu beef hot, garnished with the remaining crushed peppercorns and green tea BBQ seasonings。
• Pair with steamed rice or a side salad for a complete meal。

Tips for Success:

• Marinating: Marinating the beef for at least 15 minutes ensures that the flavors penetrate the meat, resulting in a more flavorful dish。
• Grilling: Grilling the beef on high heat gives it a nice sear and adds a smoky flavor。
• Stir-Frying: Stir-frying the vegetables quickly over high heat ensures they retain their crispness。
• This dish combines the rich, tender texture of Wagyu beef with the bold flavors of black pepper and green tea BBQ seasonings, creating a unique and delicious meal.