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Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions for Easy Weeknight Magic

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a quick and flavorful dish that balances tender beef with vibrant veggies in a glossy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Beef Strips (flank steak, sirloin, or ribeye)
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers (mixed colors)
  • 1 medium Onion adjust quantity based on preference
  • Optional Vegetables (snap peas, mushrooms, baby corn) add for extra texture and nutrition
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce can substitute with extra soy sauce plus hoisin or Worcestershire
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated recommended
For the Marinade & Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for marinating beef
  • 2 tablespoons Oil (Peanut/Veggie/Avocado) high smoke point oil recommended

Equipment

  • wok
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by slicing the beef into thin strips against the grain. Mix beef strips with soy sauce and a sprinkle of cornstarch. Marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil and sauté onions for about 3 minutes until translucent. Remove and keep warm.
  3. Add marinated beef strips to the hot wok in a single layer. Sear for 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger to prepare the sauce.
  5. Return sautéed onions to the wok with bell peppers. Pour sauce over and toss everything together for another 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This recipe is perfect for meal prep; divide into individual servings for easy lunches throughout the week.

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