Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions Recipe

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions Recipe

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A classic Chinese-American stir-fry featuring tender slices of beef, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet onions, all coated in a savory brown sauce. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.  

Ingredients:

  • For the Beef Marinade:
    • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain  
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
  • For the Sauce:
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 cup of beef broth
    • 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon of ground white pepper(optional)
  • For the Stir-Fry:
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
    • 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), sliced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 inch piece of ginger, minced.

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Beef:
    • In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, sesame oil and black pepper.
    • Mix well and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. Prepare the Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, beef broth, sesame oil, and white pepper (if using). Set aside.
  3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
    • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
    • Add the sliced onions and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
    • Add the sliced bell peppers, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, until the peppers are tender-crisp.
    • remove the cooked vegetables from the wok and set aside.
  4. Cook the Beef:
    • In the same skillet or wok, add the marinated beef.
    • Stir-fry over high heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the beef is browned and cooked through.
    • Remove any excess liquid from the wok.
  5. Combine and Simmer:
    • Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the beef.
    • Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables.
    • Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Serve:
    • Serve the sizzling Chinese pepper steak with onions immediately over steamed rice.

Tips and Variations:

  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce or stir-fry.
  • You can use other vegetables, such as mushrooms, broccoli, or snow peas.
  • If you do not have oyster sauce, you can add an additional tablespoon of soy sauce, and a half teaspoon of brown sugar.
  • For a thicker sauce, create a slurry of 1 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cold water, then add it to the sauce while simmering.
  • Make sure your wok or pan is very hot before adding the beef so that it sears quickly.
  • If you do not have beef broth, chicken broth can be substituted.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Chinese Pepper Steak!

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