Description
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender beef strips marinated in a savory soy and ginger sauce, stir-fried to perfection with caramelized onions. This quick and easy recipe offers a balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors, ideal for serving over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
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, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Toss the beef strips in this marinade until they are evenly coated. Let the beef sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté them until they are soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove the onions from the pan and set them aside.
- Sear the Beef: In the same skillet, increase heat to high and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry them for 2-3 minutes, or until the beef is browned on all sides but still tender.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this sauce mixture over the beef in the skillet. Allow it to simmer and thicken for a few minutes, stirring frequently to coat the beef evenly.
- Combine & Serve: Add the sautéed onions back into the skillet with the beef and stir well to combine all the flavors. Serve the sizzling pepper steak hot over steamed rice or noodles for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use flank steak for a leaner and more affordable beef option.
- Adjust the spice level by adding red pepper flakes or Szechuan peppercorns according to your preference.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
