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Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

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A savory and vibrant Chinese stir-fry dish featuring tender slices of beef, crisp bell peppers, onions, and a glossy, flavorful sauce. Quick to cook and perfect for pairing with rice or noodles.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the sliced beef dry and season lightly with black pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Stir-fry the beef in batches for 2–3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the onion and both bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Return the beef to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce (if using). Stir well to combine.
  5. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more black pepper if desired. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Slice the beef thinly for quick cooking and tenderness.
  • Use fresh bell peppers for best texture.
  • Add chili flakes or fresh chilies for a spicier version.
  • Substitute hoisin with brown sugar for a different sweetness profile.
  • Pairs well with jasmine rice, rice noodles, or even quinoa.

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