Chinese pepper steak with onions

A classic of Chinese-American cuisine, this pepper steak is a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal. Tender slices of beef are marinated in a savory-sweet sauce, stir-fried with crisp bell peppers and onions, and brought together with a glossy, thickened sauce. It’s the perfect balance of texture and flavor for any night of the week.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

  • 1 onion, sliced

  • 2 bell peppers (one green, one red), sliced into strips

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1-inch piece of ginger, minced

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1/2 cup water

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions: