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But honestlyβ¦ once you try this Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions, you wonβt let me stop posting EVER again! This recipe is a total crowd-pleaser β juicy steak, tender onions, fragrant garlic, and that glossy pepper-soy sauce that tastes straight out of a restaurant wok. Every time I make it, the pan is wiped clean before I can even put the spatula down.
If you love quick dinners that taste like takeout (but BETTER), this is going to become your new weeknight favorite. Itβs easy, budget-friendly, cooks in minutes, and uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Comment YUMMY ππ₯ if you want more dishes like this!
π₯’ Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
A flavorful, saucy stir-fry that comes together in 20 minutes and tastes like your favorite Chinese restaurant β but homemade and fresher!
β Why Youβll Love This Recipe
- Ready in under 20 minutes
- Tender, juicy strips of beef
- Rich, glossy sauce that clings to every bite
- One-pan, family-friendly, budget-friendly
- Perfect over rice or noodles
- Ideal for meal prep β reheats like a dream
π₯© Ingredients
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
1 large onion, sliced
1β2 bell peppers (red or green), sliced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but amazing)
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
1 tsp black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp oil
1 tsp sugar (balances the flavors)
Optional: red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, green onions
π³ Instructions (Simple & Fast!)
- Prepare the steak: Slice the flank steak very thinly against the grain so it cooks tender.
- Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
- Sear the steak: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok, then cook the steak on high heat until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook veggies: Add onions, garlic, and peppers to the same pan. Stir for 2β3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Combine everything: Return steak to the pan, pour in the sauce, and cook until it thickens and coats the beef beautifully.
- Serve: Over hot white rice or noodles β or eat straight from the pan (no judgment!).
π‘ Tips for Perfect Pepper Steak Every Time
β Freeze the steak for 20 minutes before slicing β cuts like butter
β High heat gives that restaurant-style sear
β Add more soy sauce for salt, more sugar for balance, or more cornstarch for a thicker glossy finish
β Want it spicy? Add chili garlic paste or red pepper flakes
π½οΈ Serving Ideas
- Steamed jasmine rice
- Garlic noodles
- Stir-fried veggies
- Cauliflower rice for a lighter option
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