Description
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a flavorful and easy-to-make stir fry that combines tender slices of beef with crisp onions and Chinese-inspired seasonings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this classic homemade Chinese dish offers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic flavors to elevate your cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
- 1 large onion, sliced into thin strips
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper or freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- Fresh green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, black pepper, and ground ginger. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced beef and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Toss in the sliced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions are translucent and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced beef for quick cooking and tender results.
- Marinate the beef in a little soy sauce and cornstarch for extra tenderness.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper to suit your spice preference.
- For more authentic flavor, consider adding a splash of rice wine or Chinese cooking wine.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg