Description
A quick and flavorful Chinese stir-fry featuring tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and onions in a savory soy-based sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners and better than takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (for marinating)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for marinating)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin for a sweeter flavor)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or white vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tsp cornstarch (for sauce thickening)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sliced steak, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, beef broth, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Sear beef in a single layer for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry onion and bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add garlic and ginger, stir for 30 seconds.
- Return beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and beef is heated through.
- Serve hot over steamed white rice or noodles.
Notes
- Slice beef thin and evenly for quick, even cooking.
- Use hoisin sauce for a sweeter twist.
- Substitute tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Add chili flakes for spice or extra veggies like broccoli or mushrooms.
- Tofu can be used for a vegetarian alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Chinese Pepper Steak, Beef Stir-Fry, Quick Dinner, Takeout Copycat, Easy Stir-Fry, Pepper Steak Recipe