Tender beef strips cooked with colorful bell peppers and onions in a savory, flavorful sauce — a perfect quick dinner!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick & Easy – Ready in just 30 minutes for busy weeknights.

• Colorful & Nutritious – Packed with bell peppers and onions for flavor and crunch.

• Savory Sauce – Balanced marinade and sauce that’s slightly sweet, tangy, and umami-rich.

• Versatile – Serve over rice, noodles, or even cauliflower rice for a lighter option.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1¼ lbs flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced

• ½ red bell pepper, sliced

• ½ green bell pepper, sliced

• ½ yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 large onion, thickly sliced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp ginger (optional)

• 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil

Marinade

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• 1 tsp sesame oil

Sauce Mix

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce

• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 tsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp water

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Beef

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Marinate beef for 15–30 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Beef

Heat oil in a pan or wok and sear beef in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Sauté Vegetables

In the same pan, sauté garlic, ginger, onions, and bell peppers for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 4: Combine and Add Sauce

Add beef back to the pan, pour in the sauce mix, and stir until the sauce thickens and coats everything, about 1–2 minutes.

Step 5: Serve

Serve hot over steamed rice.

Tips & Variations

• Beef Choice – Flank or sirloin works best; slice against the grain for tenderness.

• Extra Crunch – Add snow peas or broccoli for additional vegetables.

• Spicy Twist – Add a dash of chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes to the sauce.

• Meal Prep – Store beef and vegetables separately from sauce; reheat and toss together before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use a different cut of beef?

Yes, skirt steak or ribeye can also be used, just slice thinly against the grain.

2. Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes! Substitute soy sauce with tamari and check that oyster and hoisin sauces are gluten-free.

3. Can I prep this ahead of time?

Marinate beef in advance and slice vegetables early. Cook everything fresh for best texture.

Final Thoughts

This Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions is a fast, flavorful, and colorful dish that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table in just 30 minutes. Pair it with rice or noodles for a complete meal!