Description
Prepare to indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Easy Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe, a quick and satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender strips of beef and colorful bell peppers coated in a savory sauce, it captures the essence of your favorite takeout right at home. In just under 30 minutes, you’ll have a delicious meal that’s sure to impress both family and friends. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that balances taste and convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 5 tbsp soy sauce (divided)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (plus 1 tbsp for the sauce)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tsp sugar
- ½ cup water or beef broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Optional: grated ginger, black pepper, green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water/broth until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Cook marinated beef for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the pan.
- Stir-fry bell peppers and onion for about 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add garlic (and ginger if using) and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Mix cooked beef back into the skillet with vegetables and pour in the prepared sauce. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg