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SIZZLING CHINESE PEPPER STEAK WITH ONIONS served with steamed rice green onions vibrant peppers
Olivia Farnsworth

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions: Delicious Easy Recipe

This Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a quick and flavorful dinner featuring tender beef strips, crisp onions, and a savory sauce that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. This Easy Pepper Steak Recipe delivers bold flavors of Garlic Pepper Beef and Beef and Onion Stir Fry, making it a standout Beef Pepper Steak Recipe that’s sure to impress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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 tbsp (30g) soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30g) oyster sauce (optional)
  • 2 tbsp (30g) hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30g) rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15g) cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp (30g) vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp (15g) vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
  2. Toss the beef strips in the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add sliced onions and sauté until soft and slightly caramelized.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat.
  7. Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch.
  9. Pour the sauce over the beef and let simmer until it thickens.
  10. Add the sautéed onions back into the pan, stirring to combine.
  11. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Use flank steak for a leaner option.
  • Adjust spice level by adding red pepper flakes or Szechuan peppercorns.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.