Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of restaurant-quality Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. This quick stir-fry features tender beef strips marinated in a savory sauce, complemented by sweet caramelized onions. In just 30 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Add the beef strips and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until soft and slightly caramelized; season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat. Stir-fry the marinated beef strips for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Whisk together additional soy sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Pour this mixture over the beef and simmer until thickened.
- Add the sautéed onions back into the pan, stirring to combine. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg