Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

This classic Chinese-style pepper steak is loaded with tender beef strips, crisp bell peppers, and sweet onions, all tossed in a rich, savory sauce. It cooks fast, smells amazing, and tastes just like your favorite takeout!

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⏱ Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4

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🥣 Equipment

• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Large skillet or wok
• Mixing bowl
• Small bowl
• Tongs or wooden spoon

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🥩 Ingredients

For the Beef

• 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, sliced thin against the grain
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp oil (for searing)

Vegetables

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced

Stir-Fry Sauce

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar (or keto sweetener)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

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📝 Ingredient Notes

• Flank steak is best for tenderness when sliced thin.
• Oyster sauce gives authentic flavor — don’t skip if possible.
• Cornstarch makes the sauce thick and glossy.
• Bell peppers add color and crunch; use any combination.

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Marinate the beef

1. In a bowl, mix sliced beef, soy sauce, and cornstarch.
2. Let sit for 10 minutes to tenderize.

2. Make the sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together
   soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, beef broth, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
2. Set aside.

3. Sear the beef

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a hot skillet or wok.
2. Spread beef in a single layer.
3. Cook 2–3 minutes, just until browned (don’t overcook).
4. Remove the beef from the pan.

4. Cook the veggies

1. In the same skillet, add a little oil if needed.
2. Add bell peppers, onions, garlic, and ginger.
3. Stir-fry 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.

5. Combine everything

1. Add beef back into the pan.
2. Pour in the sauce.
3. Cook 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

6. Serve hot

Enjoy over:

• Steamed rice
• Noodles
• Fried rice
• Cauliflower rice (keto-friendly)

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📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving)

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 29g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fat: 15g
• Fiber: 2g

(Will vary based on ingredients.)

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⭐ Tips & Variations

• Use chicken or pork instead of beef.
• Add mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli for extra veggies.
• For spicy pepper steak, add sriracha or extra red pepper flakes.
• Freeze sliced beef for 20 minutes before cutting — makes it easier to slice thin.
• To make it keto, swap brown sugar for erythritol and serve over cauliflower rice.