Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Tender beef strips are marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then stir-fried with crisp onions to achieve a delightful contrast in textures. Whether served over fluffy rice or noodles, this customizable recipe promises to impress everyone at the table. Plus, it’s packed with protein and veggies, making it both nutritious and satisfying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 large onion, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil; add beef strips and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the onions: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté sliced onions until soft and caramelized. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Sear the beef: In the same pan over high heat, add 2 tbsp vegetable oil and stir-fry marinated beef for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Make the sauce: Stir together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch; pour over beef and simmer until thickened.
- Combine: Add back sautéed onions; stir gently to combine. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg