Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a vibrant and quick dinner option that brings the bold flavors of Asia right to your table. This dish features tender beef strips and crisp onions, all coated in a savory sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Toss in the beef strips and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until soft and caramelized. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
- Increase heat to high and add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the marinated beef for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture over the beef and let simmer until thickened.
- Combine the sautéed onions back into the pan with the beef mixture. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg