introduction
This recipe delivers a tasty dish that comforts any busy night. Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions brings a delightful mix of beef, veggies, and bold flavors. People love making it for quick weeknight dinners or when friends stop by.
why make this recipe
This dish is super easy to whip up. It’s full of flavor and cooks in about 30 minutes. You can serve it over rice or noodles for a filling meal. Families love it, and it’s perfect for meal prep too!
how to make Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Start by mixing soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a bowl. Toss the beef strips in this marinade and let them soak for about 10-15 minutes. Then, heat some vegetable oil in a skillet. Sauté sliced onions until they soften, season them, and set aside. Next, use the same pan to sear the marinated beef over high heat until browned. For the sauce, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Pour this over the beef and let it cook until thick. Finally, stir the onions back in and serve hot!
Ingredients :
- 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp (30g) vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15g) grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp (15g) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15g) oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp (30g) soy sauce
- 2 tbsp (30g) oyster sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp (30g) hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp (30g) rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15g) cornstarch
- 2 tbsp (30g) vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp (15g) vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
how to serve Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Serve this dish hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles. It’s great for casual meals or quick weeknight dinners. You can also pack it for lunch, making meal prep a breeze.
how to store Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Just reheat in a skillet or microwave when you’re ready to eat again.
tips to make Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
For the best texture, cut the beef against the grain. This keeps it tender. Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing the beef; it helps brown better. Feel free to add extra veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for more crunch and nutrition!
variation
Swap beef for chicken or tofu if you prefer. You can also use different sauces like teriyaki for a twist. Add in your favorite vegetables based on what you have at home.
FAQs
Can I use frozen beef?
Yes, but thaw it fully before marinating.
How do I make it spicier?
Add some crushed red pepper or chili sauce to the marinade.
Can I skip the oyster sauce?
Absolutely! The dish will still taste great without it.
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: None
Description
A delightful mix of beef, vegetables, and bold flavors, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp (30g) vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15g) grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp (15g) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15g) oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp (30g) soy sauce
- 2 tbsp (30g) oyster sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp (30g) hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp (30g) rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15g) cornstarch
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp (15g) vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- Toss the beef strips in the marinade and let soak for about 10-15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet; sauté sliced onions until softened, season, and set aside.
- In the same pan, sear the marinated beef over high heat until browned.
- Mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl; pour over the beef and cook until thick.
- Stir the onions back into the beef and serve hot.
Notes
Cut the beef against the grain for better texture. Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing for optimal browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg