Description
This Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a quick and flavorful dinner featuring tender beef strips, crisp onions, and a savory sauce that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Cooked to perfection in a sizzling stir-fry, this dish brings the bold flavors of Chinese cuisine straight to your table. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 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
For the Sauce:
- 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
For the Onions:
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp (15g) vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Toss the beef strips in the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Onions: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from the pan and set aside.
- Sear the Beef: In the same pan, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat. Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour the sauce over the beef in the pan and let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens and coats the beef evenly.
- Combine & Serve: Add the sautéed onions back into the pan, stirring to combine everything well. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use flank steak for a leaner option.
- Adjust spice level by adding red pepper flakes or Szechuan peppercorns to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
