Description
This classic Chinese Pepper Steak is packed with tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and savory onions in a rich, flavorful sauce. Quick and easy, it’s perfect for a weeknight stir-fry that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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For the Steak Marinade:
- 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, sliced thinly against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) beef broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Steak
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper.
- Add the sliced steak and coat evenly. Let it marinate for 15-30 minutes.
Step 2: Stir-Fry the Vegetables
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and bell peppers, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Steak
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan.
- Sear the marinated steak in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Make the Sauce & Combine
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and beef broth.
- Pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry, cooking until the sauce thickens.
- Return the peppers and onions to the pan, tossing everything together.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
- For extra tenderness, marinate the steak with ½ tsp baking soda in the first step.
- Spicy kick? Add ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes or 1 tsp Sriracha.
- Low-carb version: Serve with cauliflower rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg