Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions: Quick Comfort Food

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions combines tender beef with vibrant vegetables, making for a quick and flavorful stir-fry.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

1 pound Beef Strips (flank steak, sirloin, or ribeye) for tenderness and flavor
2 tablespoons Cornstarch to tenderize the beef

For the Veggies

2 cups Bell Peppers any color
1 cup Onions yellow or sweet
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 tablespoon Ginger fresh, grated

For the Sauce

¼ cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce or hoisin/Worcestershire if unavailable

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Cooking Oil high smoke point oils like peanut or vegetable

To Serve

4 cups Rice or Noodles for serving

Equipment

Wok
Mixing Bowl
cutting board
knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain. Marinate with soy sauce and cornstarch for about 10 minutes.
Cook the Onions and Peppers: Heat cooking oil in a wok and stir-fry onions for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Sear the Beef: Create space in the wok, add the beef strips, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned.
Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic and grated ginger; then add oyster sauce and mix well. Cook for 1 more minute.
Combine & Serve: Toss everything together and serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for tenderness, prep ingredients ahead for efficiency, and adjust sauce flavors to personal taste.

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