Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions in 30 Minutes

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a quick and delicious stir-fry that satisfies cravings and impresses with bold flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

1 pound beef strips flank steak, sirloin, or ribeye recommended
2 tablespoons cornstarch for marinating and thickening the sauce

For the Vegetables

2 medium bell peppers sliced, any color
1 medium onion sliced

For the Sauce

4 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon ginger minced
4 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
2 tablespoons oyster sauce or additional soy sauce and hoisin

For Cooking

2 tablespoons oil peanut, vegetable, or avocado oil preferred

Equipment

wok
Skillet
Measuring Spoons
cutting board
Knife

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Begin by marinating your beef strips in a mixture of soy sauce and cornstarch for about 15 minutes.
Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add onions and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
Add marinated beef strips to the wok, stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Lower the heat, add onions back, garlic, and ginger, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add additional soy sauce and oyster sauce, mixing well to coat.
Finally, toss in sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until vibrant and crisp-tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate beef for at least 15 minutes for flavor. Use high heat for searing to avoid steaming.

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