Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions
A quick and delicious meal featuring tender beef, savory sauces, and sweet onions, perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil For marinating
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
For Cooking
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil Divided for cooking
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Toss the beef strips in the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
Cooking the Onions
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and sauté until soft and slightly caramelized.
- Season with salt and pepper, then remove from the pan and set aside.
Searing the Beef
- In the same pan, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
Making the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Pour the sauce over the beef and let simmer until it thickens.
Combining & Serving
- Add the sautéed onions back into the pan, stirring to combine.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
For extra tenderness, marinate the beef for longer. Adjust seasoning levels to taste. Use a high smoke point oil for optimal searing.