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Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

Tender sliced beef stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and sweet onions in a rich savory brown sauce, perfect for an easy takeout-style dinner at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Chinese-American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Marinade
  • 1.5 lb flank steak thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
Stir Fry
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Marinate sliced beef with cornstarch, soy sauce, and sesame oil for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Sear beef in batches over high heat until browned and set aside.
  3. Stir-fry peppers and onions until slightly tender.
  4. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant.
  5. Whisk sauce ingredients together and pour into skillet.
  6. Return beef to skillet and simmer until sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish and serve hot over rice.

Notes

For the most tender beef, always slice thinly against the grain and cook quickly over high heat.