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Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions 🥩🧅🌶️
If you’ve ever wanted that restaurant-style Chinese pepper steak with tender beef, glossy sauce, crisp peppers, and sweet onions—this is the recipe you need. It’s quick, packed with flavor, and comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or when you’re craving takeout without leaving home.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
For Cooking:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Beef
In a bowl, combine sliced flank steak with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well and let it sit for 15 minutes. This helps make the beef tender and flavorful.
Step 2: Make the Sauce
In another bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and beef broth. Set aside.
Step 3: Sear the Steak
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add beef in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
Step 4: Cook the Vegetables
Add remaining oil to the pan. Toss in onions and bell peppers. Stir fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Combine Everything
Return beef to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and stir well. Add cornstarch slurry and cook 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
Step 6: Serve Hot
Serve immediately over steamed white rice, fried rice, or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Better than takeout
✅ Ready in 30 minutes
✅ Tender juicy steak
✅ Sweet and savory sauce
✅ Great meal prep option
Pro Tips for the Best Pepper Steak
- Slice steak thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Use high heat for that authentic stir fry flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking beef.
- Add chili flakes if you love heat.
- Double the sauce if serving over rice.
What to Serve With It
🍚 Jasmine rice
🍜 Lo mein noodles
🥦 Steamed broccoli
🥟 Dumplings
🥢 Egg rolls
This Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is one of those recipes that disappears fast. Tender beef, colorful peppers, rich savory sauce, and sweet onions make every bite irresistible.
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