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Chinese Pepper Steak

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Chinese Pepper Steak is a savory stir-fry made with tender beef strips, bell peppers, and onions in a flavorful garlic-soy sauce. It’s a quick and colorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, offering all the bold flavors of your favorite takeout—made fresh at home.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (divided)
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup beef broth or water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • Cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp oil. Let marinate while preparing the vegetables.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tbsp oil over high heat. Sear beef for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add remaining oil and stir-fry bell peppers and onion for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Return beef to the pan. In a small bowl, mix remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, broth, and remaining cornstarch. Pour into the pan.
  6. Stir everything together and cook until sauce thickens, about 1–2 minutes.
  7. Finish with sesame oil if using. Serve hot over cooked rice.

Notes

  • Use chicken or shrimp instead of beef for variation.
  • Add chili flakes or sliced chilies for heat.
  • Swap in snow peas, mushrooms, or broccoli for a veggie twist.
  • Serve over cauliflower rice or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
  • For a thicker sauce, add extra cornstarch slurry at the end.

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