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Delicious Chinese Onion Pepper Steak Recipe


  • Author: Charlotte Flores
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

A quick and flavorful dish combining tender marinated beef, crunchy bell peppers, and sweet onions in a savory soy-based sauce. Perfect over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal!

 


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of red, yellow, and green)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch, mixed with water (for slurry)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil, plus more for cooking
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp soy sauce, minced garlic, cornstarch, and black pepper. Toss the steak slices to coat. Marinate for 20 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the onions and bell peppers into even pieces. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Sear the beef strips until browned (4 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add onions and cook for 2 minutes. Add bell peppers and stir-fry until tender-crisp (3 minutes).
  5. Combine and Thicken: Return the beef to the skillet. Stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and pour in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until the sauce thickens (1 minute).
  6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or oyster sauce to the marinade.
  • Adjust soy sauce for less sodium, or substitute with tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • To boost spice, add sliced chili peppers or a drizzle of chili oil.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g