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Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions


  • Author: clarawhitmore
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: serves 6

Description

This takeout-style favorite brings restaurant flavor to your kitchen in just 30 minutes. Juicy strips of beef, crisp-tender bell peppers, and sweet onions come together in a rich, savory sauce with hints of garlic, ginger, and sesame. Serve it over rice for a complete meal that hits all the right notes.


Ingredients

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1 lb flank steak (or sirloin/ribeye), thinly sliced

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tsp sesame oil

2 tsp cornstarch

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 medium onion, sliced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

½ cup beef broth

Optional: cooked rice, for serving


Instructions

Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, toss sliced steak with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.

Cook the Veggies: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok. Stir-fry peppers and onions for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.

Sear the Beef: In the same pan, cook beef strips over high heat until browned (2–3 minutes).

Add Aromatics: Add garlic and ginger. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Make the Sauce: Return veggies to the pan, add beef broth, and stir everything together. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Finish & Serve: Drizzle with extra sesame oil if desired. Serve hot over rice.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Dinner

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 8g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g