
๐ฅ Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions ๐ง
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Tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and onions tossed in a savory, glossy sauceโbetter than takeout and ready fast!
๐ Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 bell peppers (green/red), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Marinade
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ยฝ tsp black pepper
Sauce
- ยผ cup beef broth (or water)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ยฝ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
- Marinate beef: Toss sliced beef with all marinade ingredients. Rest 10โ15 minutes.
- Heat pan: Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat; add oil.
- Sear beef: Add beef in a single layer. Sear quickly (1โ2 minutes per side) until just browned. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-fry veggies: In the same pan, add peppers and onions. Stir-fry 2โ3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Combine: Return beef to pan. Stir in sauce. Cook 1โ2 minutes until thick and glossy.
- Serve sizzling: Taste and adjust pepper. Serve hot.
๐ก Tips
- Slice beef thin and against the grain for tenderness
- Keep the heat high for that smoky, sizzling finish ๐ฅ
- Add a splash of Shaoxing wine (optional) for extra depth
๐ Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
๐ Save & share with stir-fry lovers!
Do you like it extra peppery or mild? ๐









