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- Marinate the beef:
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice wine, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Add the sliced beef and mix to coat. Let it marinate for 15-30 minutes for the best flavor.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), sugar, and beef broth (or water). Set this aside.
- Stir-fry the vegetables:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced onion and bell pepper to the pan, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the garlic and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the beef:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat.
- Add the marinated beef in a single layer. Let it cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes, then stir-fry until the beef is browned and cooked through (about 3-4 minutes). Be careful not to overcook the beef.
- Add freshly ground black pepper and optional red pepper flakes to the beef for flavor.
- Combine:
- Return the cooked vegetables to the pan with the beef.
- Pour in the prepared sauce and bring it to a simmer. If you’d like a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir it into the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve:
- Serve the sizzling pepper steak with onions hot over steamed rice. For an extra sizzle, you can serve the dish on a hot cast iron skillet.
Tips:
- Adjust spice level: If you want more heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a bit of chili paste to the sauce.
- Vegetable variations: You can also add other vegetables like mushrooms, snap peas, or baby corn if you like.
- Tender beef: Thinly slicing the beef against the grain is important to ensure it’s tender.
Enjoy your sizzling Chinese pepper steak with onions! It’s full of bold flavors and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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