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Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions


  • Author: jackson-walker
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A flavorful stir-fry dish of beef, bell peppers, and onions, bringing restaurant-style dining to your home.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
  • 2 tbsp (30g) vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15g) grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp (15g) soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15g) oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp (30g) hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30g) rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15g) cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Marinate the beef: Combine beef strips with soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Prep the slurry: Whisk together cornstarch, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
  3. Sear the beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef strips and cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes, then stir-fry until browned (3-4 minutes total). Remove beef from skillet.
  4. Cook the aromatics: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the veggies: Toss in sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
  6. Combine and sauce it up: Return beef to the skillet and pour over the cornstarch mixture. Stir well and allow to simmer for a couple of minutes to thicken.
  7. Finishing touches: Drizzle with sesame oil and give it a final stir before serving.

Notes

For a lighter meal, reduce the oil or pair with extra vegetables. Leftovers taste even better the next day!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: pepper steak, Chinese stir-fry, beef recipes, quick dinner, family meal