1. Marinate the Beef
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In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
Add the sliced beef and mix well. Let it marinate for 15–30 minutes for best flavor and tenderness.
2. Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch slurry.
Set aside.
3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
Add onions and bell peppers and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Remove and set aside.
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4. Cook the Beef
Add remaining oil to the pan.
Add beef in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned.
Add garlic and ginger and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Combine Everything
Return vegetables to the pan.
Pour in the sauce and toss everything together.
Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
6. Serve
Serve hot over:
- Steamed white rice 🍚
- Fried rice
- Or noodles 🍜
Optional: garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
💡 Pro Tips for Best Results
- Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness
- Use high heat for authentic stir-fry flavor
- Don’t overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if needed)
- Prep everything before cooking—it moves fast
🔥 Final Thoughts
This Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is the kind of recipe that turns a normal weeknight dinner into something special.
It’s fast, bold, and packed with flavor—exactly what you want when you’re craving takeout but want to cook at home.
Once you try it, it might just become part of your weekly dinner rotation.
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