Name: Easy Chinese Pepper Steak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak (thinly sliced); 2 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade); 1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinade); 1 tbsp rice vinegar (for marinade); 1 tsp sesame oil (for marinade); 3 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce); 1 tbsp oyster sauce (for sauce); 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (for sauce); 2 tsp sugar (for sauce); 1 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce); ½ cup water or beef broth (for sauce); 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying); 1 red bell pepper (sliced); 1 green bell pepper (sliced); 1 yellow onion (sliced); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tsp grated ginger (optional); ½ tsp black pepper; 2 green onions (chopped for garnish)

Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of takeout with this Easy Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Tender strips of beef are marinated and stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and onions in a savory sauce, ready in just 30 minutes. This dish is not only quick and simple but also adaptable, allowing you to serve it over rice, noodles, or even in lettuce wraps for a fresh twist.

Ingredients

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1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak (thinly sliced)
2 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinade)
1 tbsp rice vinegar (for marinade)
1 tsp sesame oil (for marinade)
3 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce)
1 tbsp oyster sauce (for sauce)
1 tbsp hoisin sauce (for sauce)
2 tsp sugar (for sauce)
1 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce)
½ cup water or beef broth (for sauce)
2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
1 red bell pepper (sliced)
1 green bell pepper (sliced)
1 yellow onion (sliced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp grated ginger (optional)
½ tsp black pepper
2 green onions (chopped for garnish)

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Instructions

Marinate the beef: Combine sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
Prepare the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
Cook the beef: In a skillet over high heat, add oil and cook marinated beef until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet.
Stir-fry vegetables: Add remaining oil to the skillet; stir-fry bell peppers and onion until tender-crisp. Add garlic and ginger; cook briefly.
Combine everything: Return beef to the skillet, pour in the prepared sauce, and cook until everything is coated and heated through.
Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stir-frying
Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg