Description
This Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a vibrant and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender marinated flank steak cooked with crisp bell peppers, onions, and a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal, it offers a delightful balance of umami, sweetness, and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
Vegetables
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Garnish
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak with cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. Let the mixture marinate for 15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables and sauce. This step helps tenderize the meat and thicken the sauce later.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, and water until well combined. Set aside for use later in the cooking process.
- Sear the Steak: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated steak and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until it develops a nice brown crust. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside to rest.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil to the same skillet. Toss in the sliced onions, red and green bell peppers, minced garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but retain a pleasant crispness.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the seared steak to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the top and stir everything well to evenly coat the ingredients. Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld together.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the dish for a fresh, nutty finish. Serve the sizzling pepper steak hot over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best results, slice the steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- You can substitute flank steak with sirloin or skirt steak depending on availability.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a dash of crushed red pepper flakes during the vegetable sauté step.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the dish at its best temperature and texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but may lose some crispness.
