Description
Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is an irresistible dish that combines tender sirloin steak with colorful bell peppers and onions stir-fried in a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, filling your home with mouthwatering aromas that will have everyone gathering around the table. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, this dish makes any meal feel special—serve it over rice or noodles for a complete culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, sliced thinly
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red, green, yellow), chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the sirloin steak against the grain into thin strips. Chop bell peppers and onions into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, combine steak strips with soy sauce, cornstarch, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add marinated beef to the pan in an even layer; sear for about 2 minutes without moving it, then flip to brown on both sides.
- Remove beef from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, stir-fry bell peppers and onions for about 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return beef to the skillet along with any leftover marinade; stir everything together until heated through (about 2 minutes).
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, substitute bell peppers with broccoli or snap peas. Enhance flavors with sesame oil or different soy sauce variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently.