07/05/2025
🥩 Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Smoky, savory, and full of bold flavor!
Tender slices of steak, crisp bell peppers, and onions come together in a rich, umami-packed sauce—and if you serve it sizzling hot, all the better! This dish brings the restaurant-style experience straight to your table.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Steak:
1 lb flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp rice vinegar
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
For the Stir-Fry:
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced (optional)
For the Sauce:
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup oyster sauce
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving:
Hot cooked rice (white or brown)
2–3 tbsp vegetable oil
Chopped green onions (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
Marinate the Steak:
In a bowl, mix steak with soy sauce, cornstarch, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Set aside.
Cook the Steak:
Heat 1–2 tbsp oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry steak for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Stir-Fry Veggies:
In the same pan, add another tbsp oil. Stir-fry onions, peppers, garlic, and ginger for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
Combine & Simmer:
Return steak to pan, pour sauce over everything, and stir well. Let simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened and glossy.
Serve Hot:
Spoon over hot rice and garnish with green onions. For a dramatic sizzling effect, serve it on a preheated cast-iron skillet.
🔥 Tips for Success
More Flavor: Marinate the steak up to 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
High Heat: Use a hot pan for a proper sear on the beef.
Customize It: Add chili paste or more red pepper for extra heat.
Mix It Up: Try adding mushrooms, snap peas, or baby corn.
Sizzle at the Table: Heat your cast-iron plate on the stove and pour the finished stir-fry onto it just before serving.