Description
If you’re craving a quick yet satisfying dinner, Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is an ideal choice. This vibrant dish combines tender beef strips with sweet onions and colorful bell peppers, all enveloped in a savory sauce that bursts with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe takes just 30 minutes from prep to plate, making it a fantastic option for those who want to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether served over fluffy rice or noodles, each bite is sure to delight the taste buds and leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Bell peppers, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade. Add beef strips and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until soft and caramelized; season with salt and pepper.
- Increase heat to high and add marinated beef to the skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Pour over the beef and simmer until sauce thickens.
- Return sautéed onions to the skillet, combine well, and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg