Pepper Steak with Onions

Pepper Steak with Onions

Pepper Steak with Onions is a classic stir-fry dish made with tender beef strips, onions, and bell peppers cooked in a savory soy-based sauce. It’s quick, flavorful, and usually served over steamed rice or noodles.

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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

For the beef

• 450 g (1 lb) beef steak (flank, sirloin, or round), thinly sliced

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• ½ tsp black pepper

Vegetables

• 1 large onion, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper (optional), sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced (optional)

Sauce

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but recommended)

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 cup beef broth or water

• 1 tsp sugar

• ½ tsp black pepper

Cooking

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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🔪 Preparation

1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.

2. Cut onions and peppers into thin strips.

3. In a bowl mix the sauce ingredients until smooth.

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🍳 Cooking Instructions

1. Marinate the Beef

1. In a bowl combine:

   • Sliced beef

   • 1 tbsp soy sauce

   • 1 tsp cornstarch

   • Black pepper

2. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes.

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2. Cook the Beef

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.

2. Add the beef and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until browned.

3. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.

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3. Cook the Vegetables

1. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet.

2. Add onions, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger.

3. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

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4. Combine with Sauce

1. Return the beef to the skillet.

2. Pour in the prepared sauce.

3. Stir and cook 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.

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🍽️ Serve

• Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

• Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

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✅ Cooking Time: ~25 minutes
✅ Servings: 3–4
✅ Best side dishes: fried rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.

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⭐ Optional Variations

• 🌶 Spicy: add chili flakes or sliced chilies.

• 🥦 Extra vegetables: add broccoli, mushrooms, or snow peas.

• 🍚 Low-carb: serve with cauliflower rice.

• 🧄 Garlic lovers: double the garlic for stronger flavor.

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If you want, I can also show you:

• Chinese restaurant-style pepper steak (secret tenderizing method) 🍜

• or a 15-minute quick pepper steak recipe.