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Easy 30-Minute Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions (Takeout Fakeout)

A close-up shot of glossy, saucy chinese pepper steak mixed with vibrant green and red bell peppers and onions in a white bowl.
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Skip the takeout tonight! This easy Chinese Pepper Steak recipe delivers tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and onions coated in a savory, rich Asian sauce. It is a perfect quick weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the sliced flank steak with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and black pepper to create the sauce. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the steak in a single layer (work in batches if necessary) and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but remain crisp.
  5. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return the cooked steak to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the steak and vegetables.
  7. Stir everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the steak and peppers.
  8. Remove from heat immediately. Serve your Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak hot over steamed rice for a complete Beef and Rice Dinner Idea.

Notes

  • For the most tender steak, slice the flank steak thinly against the grain.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of cold water to the sauce mixture before adding it to the skillet.
  • This recipe is a great Quick Beef Dinner alternative to ordering out.

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