Description
Savor the flavors of takeout with this Easy Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe, a dish that brings tender beef and vibrant bell peppers to your dinner table in under 30 minutes. This quick and delicious stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, making it a fantastic option for family meals. Marinated beef strips are sautéed with colorful veggies and coated in a savory sauce, delivering a delightful combination of taste and texture. Customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the spices to suit your preferences. Enjoy this mouthwatering meal over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 5 tbsp soy sauce (divided)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (divided)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Optional: 1 tsp grated ginger
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Combine beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a bowl. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk together remaining soy sauce (3 tbsp), oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, cornstarch (1 tbsp), and water or broth in a small bowl.
- Cook the beef: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet/wok over high heat. Add marinated beef in a single layer; cook until browned (about 2–3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Stir-fry vegetables: Add remaining oil; stir-fry bell peppers and onion for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add garlic and ginger; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Combine ingredients: Return beef to skillet; pour in the prepared sauce and stir-fry until thickened (about 2–3 minutes).
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 342
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 978mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 77mg