Description
This Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a flavorful and quick stir-fry dish featuring tender flank steak marinated in a savory blend of soy, oyster, and hoisin sauces, paired with crisp bell peppers and onions. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it offers a delicious balance of textures and bold Asian-inspired flavors, served best over steamed rice.
Ingredients
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Beef Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Cooking Oils and Garnish
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- 1 tbsp water (to loosen sauce if needed)
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced flank steak with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Toss well to coat the beef evenly and let it marinate for 15–20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Sear the Beef: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the beef slices in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to rest.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same pan, add more oil if necessary. Add the sliced onion and bell peppers and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften but retain some crunch.
- Add Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the seared beef to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. If the sauce gets too thick, add a tablespoon of water to loosen it.
- Serve: Serve the pepper steak hot over steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For extra heat, add crushed red pepper flakes or sliced fresh chili during the stir-fry step.
- Flank steak can be substituted with sirloin or skirt steak for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- Make sure to slice the steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
