Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

For the steak:

1½ lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp cornstarch

½ tsp baking soda (optional, for tenderness)

1 tbsp vegetable oil

For the sauce:

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, for a hint of sweetness)

1 tsp sesame oil

2 tsp cornstarch

½ cup beef broth or water

1 tsp sugar

Black pepper to taste

Vegetables:

1 large onion, sliced into wedges

1–2 bell peppers (green and red), sliced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

 

Instructions

1. Marinate the beef:
In a bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and baking soda. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes.

2. Make the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, broth, sugar, and black pepper. Set aside.

3. Sear the beef:
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Sear the beef in batches (don’t overcrowd), cooking for 1–2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

4. Stir-fry the veggies:
In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, onions, and bell peppers for about 3–4 minutes, until crisp-tender.

5. Combine and cook:
Return beef to the pan. Stir in the sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats everything. Let it sizzle!

6. Serve hot:
Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.