Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a delightful dish that transforms your dinner table into a vibrant culinary experience. The tender strips of beef, paired with crisp onions, come together in a savory sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with restaurant-quality flavors at home. It’s versatile, allowing you to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, and is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready for a flavorful journey that’s as satisfying as it is easy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Add beef strips and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until softened and slightly caramelized; set aside.
- Increase heat to high and add remaining oil. Stir-fry marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Pour over cooked beef and simmer until thickened.
- Return sautéed onions to the pan with beef; stir well and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg