Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions – Better Than Takeout

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Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a bold, savory stir-fry made with tender sliced beef, crisp bell peppers, and onions tossed in a glossy soy-garlic sauce. A fast, takeout-style dinner you can make at home.
Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutesServings: 4Course: Main DishCuisine: Chinese-InspiredMethod: Stir-Fry / Stovetop

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Beef
  • 1½ lbs flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, toss sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add beef in a single layer and sear quickly until just browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add bell peppers and onion. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Whisk sauce ingredients together and pour into the pan. Simmer briefly until slightly thickened.
  6. Return beef to the pan and toss everything together until coated and heated through.
  7. Serve immediately while sizzling.

Final Thoughts

Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is one of those recipes that proves how satisfying simple cooking can be when flavors are done right. It delivers everything you expect from a great stir-fry: tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce that brings it all together without overwhelming the ingredients.

What makes this dish especially rewarding is how approachable it is. With just a few techniques—proper slicing, high heat, and quick cooking—you can achieve restaurant-quality results at home. It’s fast, flexible, and endlessly reliable, making it a perfect addition to your weeknight rotation.

This is the kind of meal that feels both comforting and exciting. Whether you’re recreating a takeout favorite or introducing someone to bold Chinese-inspired flavors, this pepper steak delivers every time. Simple, sizzling, and deeply satisfying—it’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.