sizzling chinese pepper steak with onions

 

Here’s a recipe for Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions that you can make at home. This dish is full of savory flavors, with tender beef and crispy vegetables served on a sizzling hot plate for that perfect restaurant-style experience.

Ingredients:

For the Marinade:

• 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil (optional)

For the Sauce:

• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or Shaoxing wine
• 1 tbsp sugar (or honey for sweetness)
• 1/2 cup beef broth or water
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, to thicken the sauce)

For the Stir-fry:

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, sliced thinly
• 1 bell pepper, sliced thinly (green or red)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper (for seasoning)

For the Sizzling Plate:

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for sizzling plate)
• 1-2 sprigs green onions (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

Step 1: Marinate the Beef

1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, rice vinegar (if using), black pepper, and sesame oil (optional). Toss everything well to coat the beef, and let it marinate for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (optional), rice vinegar, sugar, beef broth (or water), crushed red pepper flakes (optional), and cornstarch (if using). Set the sauce aside.

Step 3: Stir-fry the Vegetables

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and bell pepper slices, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they soften but still have a bit of crunch. Season with black pepper.
3. Remove the vegetables from the pan and set them aside.

Step 4: Cook the Beef

1. In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat it over high heat.
2. Add the marinated beef in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the beef to brown. Stir occasionally, but let it sear properly.
3. Once the beef is browned and nearly cooked through, add the stir-fried vegetables back into the pan with the beef.

Step 5: Add the Sauce

1. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables in the pan.
2. Stir everything together, making sure the beef and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6: Sizzle and Serve

1. To serve sizzling-style, heat a sizzling plate (or a cast-iron skillet) on the stove until very hot. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil on the plate to prevent sticking and create the sizzling effect.
2. Once the plate is smoking hot, carefully transfer the beef and vegetable mixture onto the sizzling plate. The sizzling sound will make it extra appetizing!
3. Garnish with green onions (optional) and serve immediately with steamed rice.

Enjoy your Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions! This dish is packed with flavor and will definitely impress your guests. Let me know how it turns out!