Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
If you’re searching for a quick and flavorful meal, look no further than this Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions. This vibrant stir-fry features tender beef strips paired with sweet, sautéed onions, all enveloped in a savory sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect solution for satisfying dinners without the fuss. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it your own, and enjoy a delicious dinner that feels like a restaurant experience right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 5 tablespoons soy sauce (divided)
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together 1 tbsp soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl. Add beef strips and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until caramelized. Season with salt and pepper before removing from the pan.
- Over high heat, add remaining oil to the same skillet and sear marinated beef for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
- In a small bowl, mix remaining soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Pour over beef in the skillet and simmer until thickened.
- Return onions to the pan, stir to combine everything well, and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg