Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions!

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions 🥩🧅

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Beef Marinade:

• 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

• 1 tbsp light soy sauce

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 1 tsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)

• ½ tsp sugar

• 1 tsp sesame oil

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional, for color)

• 1 tsp sugar

• ½ cup beef broth or water

• 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)

For Stir-Fry:

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 large onion, sliced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

🔪 Instructions

1. Marinate the Beef (10–15 mins)
   Toss sliced beef with marinade ingredients. This tenderizes and adds flavor.

2. Prepare the Sauce
   Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, broth, and dark soy (if using). Set aside.

3. Sear the Beef
   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
   Stir-fry beef in a single layer for 1–2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

4. Stir-Fry Vegetables
   Add remaining oil. Toss in garlic and ginger (10 seconds).
   Add onions and peppers. Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

5. Combine & Thicken
   Return beef to pan. Pour in sauce and bring to a simmer.
   Stir in cornstarch slurry. Cook 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.

6. Serve Immediately
   Best served sizzling hot over steamed jasmine rice or fried rice.

🔥 Pro Tips

• Slice beef very thin and against the grain for tenderness.

• Use high heat for authentic wok flavor.

• Don’t overcook peppers—they should stay slightly crisp.

• Add a pinch of black pepper or chili flakes for heat.