Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is the perfect quick and flavorful dinner that will satisfy your family’s cravings. This vibrant stir-fry features tender beef strips expertly marinated and seared to perfection, combined with sweet, caramelized onions and a savory sauce for an irresistible finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or special family meals. With its delightful mix of flavors and textures, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that brings joy to every bite.
- 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)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Add beef strips and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions until soft and caramelized; season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Beef: Increase heat to high, add remaining vegetable oil, and stir-fry marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Make the Sauce: Combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Pour over beef in the skillet; let simmer until thickened.
- Combine & Serve: Stir in sautéed onions and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg