Thai-Style Brisket

Ingredients

• 1 fresh beef brisket (3 to 4 pounds), cut in half
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 cup chunky peanut butter
• 2/3 cup soy sauce
• 4 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1-1/4 cups julienned carrots
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
• 1 medium green pepper, sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1 cup unsalted peanuts, optional
• Hot cooked rice