🔥 Tender beef, crisp bell peppers, and a savory-sweet sauce come together in this authentic Chinese Pepper Steak recipe. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is better than takeout—juicy, aromatic, and bursting with umami-rich flavors!
Perfect for busy weeknights but impressive enough for dinner guests, this stir-fry is a must-try for anyone who loves bold, restaurant-quality Chinese food at home.
Why You’ll Love This Pepper Steak
✅ Quick & easy – Faster than delivery!
✅ Better than takeout – No MSG, just fresh ingredients.
✅ Perfectly balanced sauce – Sweet, savory, and slightly tangy.
✅ Versatile – Swap veggies or adjust spice to taste.
✅ Meal-prep friendly – Cook once, enjoy all week!
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 4 | Ready in 25 mins)
For the Beef & Marinade:
1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp baking soda (optional, for ultra-tender beef)
For the Stir-Fry:
2 bell peppers (red & green), sliced
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, grated
2 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
½ cup beef broth
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked for best flavor)
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry to thicken)
(Optional: red chili flakes for heat!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
