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Pepper Steak with Onion Stir Fry Recipe

Pepper Steak with Onion Stir Fry Recipe

This Pepper Steak with Onion Stir Fry is an easy and flavorful dish featuring marinated beef stir-fried with crunchy bell peppers and tender onions, perfect for a busy weeknight meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 399 kcal

Equipment

  • large nonstick pan
  • wok

Ingredients
  

Beef and Vegetables

  • 1 lb beef, cut into strips, cubes, or thin slices flank, sirloin, or ribeye
  • 4 oz pepper of choice bell pepper, jalapeño, poblano, etc.
  • 4 oz onion, cut into chunks or thin slices
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 2 scallions cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil

Marinade

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Slice or cube beef to your liking. Cut peppers and onions to your preferred shape. Prep scallions, ginger, and garlic.
  • In a bowl or zip-top bag, mix beef with soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, cornstarch, and sugar. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add ginger and beef. Stir-fry until mostly browned. Remove from pan.
  • Add more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic, peppers, and onions for 2–3 minutes until just tender.
  • Return beef to pan. Add scallions and oyster sauce. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes more until everything is coated and beef is cooked through.
  • Enjoy hot with rice or cauliflower rice!

Notes

Best beef cuts: Flank, sirloin, or ribeye work best—slice against the grain for tenderness. Even 15 minutes of marinating makes a difference, but 30–60 minutes adds deeper flavor and softer texture. Don't overcrowd the pan: Stir-fry the beef in batches if needed for a nice sear instead of steaming. Add more veggies like mushrooms or snap peas for variety. A small amount of sugar balances the savory sauces and helps with browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 399kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 31gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 861mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
Keyword beef, Easy Dinner, Pepper Steak, Quick Meal, stir-fry, Weeknight Recipe
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