Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions Recipe Delight
Experience the vibrant flavors of Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions, combining tender beef with fresh vegetables. This quick and delicious dish is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
- Flank steak or sirloin (or tenderloin for a leaner cut)
- Fresh black peppercorns (or crushed red pepper flakes for a spicier kick)
- Yellow onions (or green onions for a milder taste)
- Red bell peppers
- Green bell peppers
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Broth
- Freshly minced ginger
- Freshly minced garlic
- Vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Start by slicing your beef against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. This helps to ensure tenderness.
- Marinate: In a bowl, combine the beef strips with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, minced ginger, and garlic. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Prep the Vegetables: While the beef marinates, slice your onions and bell peppers into thin strips. Set them aside.
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat until it’s shimmering. This will give your steak a fantastic sear.
- Cook the Beef: Add the marinated beef to the hot pan in a single layer. Let it sear for about 2-3 minutes without stirring, allowing a nice brown crust to form. Then stir-fry for another 2 minutes until just cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed, and toss in the sliced onions and bell peppers. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they're tender but still crisp.
- Combine: Return the beef to the pan with the vegetables. Add an additional tablespoon of soy sauce and a pinch of black pepper to taste. Toss everything together for another minute to combine the flavors.
- Serve: Transfer your sizzling pepper steak to a hot serving plate. For the full experience, you can serve it on a sizzling platter for dramatic presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Always slice your meat against the grain to ensure it remains tender. Searing the meat and vegetables on high heat allows for that classic stir-fry texture and flavor. Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or broccoli for added nutrition and color.