Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions – A Flavor-Packed Stir-Fry Favorite
If you’re craving bold flavors, tender steak, and crisp vegetables, this Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is about to become your new go-to dinner. It’s a restaurant-quality stir-fry you can whip up in less than 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressive weekend meals.
This recipe delivers juicy strips of marinated steak, sweet caramelized onions, and vibrant bell peppers, all coated in a savory garlic-ginger sauce that’s rich with umami. Served over fluffy rice or noodles, it’s the ultimate comfort food with an irresistible Asian-inspired twist.
Ingredients – Building Blocks of Flavor
For the Marinade:
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain – Ensures tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef. Cutting against the grain shortens muscle fibers, making it less chewy.
2 tablespoons soy sauce – Adds umami depth and helps tenderize the meat.
1 teaspoon cornstarch – Creates a light coating that locks in moisture and improves browning during cooking.
1 teaspoon sesame oil – Enhances the marinade with a nutty aroma and rich flavor.
For the Stir-Fry Sauce:
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce – Provides the savory base while allowing you to control saltiness.
2 tablespoons oyster sauce – Adds a sweet-savory complexity and glossy finish.
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce – Brings subtle sweetness and thickness to the sauce.
1 teaspoon rice vinegar – Balances flavors with a slight tanginess.
1 tablespoon brown sugar – Adds a touch of sweetness to balance saltiness and acidity.
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger – Offers a warm, peppery kick.
2 cloves garlic, minced – Boosts aromatic depth and flavor.
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) – For a gentle heat that enhances the dish’s savoriness.
1/4 cup water mixed with 1 teaspoon cornstarch – Creates a silky, thick sauce that clings beautifully to the meat and vegetables.
For the Stir-Fry:
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