Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak (thinly sliced against the grain)
  • 2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 red, sliced into strips)
  • 1 large onion (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (for coating the beef)
  • 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • Green onions and sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Beef:
    • Toss the sliced steak with cornstarch, ensuring it’s lightly coated. This helps the beef stay tender and soak up the sauce.
  2. Sear the Beef:
    • Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a skillet or wok over high heat.
    • Sear the beef quickly, about 1-2 minutes per side, until browned but not overcooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Stir-Fry Veggies:
    • Add the remaining oil to the pan.
    • Toss in the garlic, ginger, onions, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
  4. Make the Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, black pepper, and beef broth.
  5. Combine Everything:
    • Return the beef to the pan. Pour the sauce over the meat and veggies, stirring well to coat everything evenly.
    • Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  6. Serve:
    • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
    • Serve over steamed rice or noodles for the full experience!

Want me to tweak the flavors — maybe add a spicy kick or a richer sauce version?

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