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Delicious Chinese pepper steak stir-fry with tender beef and colorful vegetables

Chinese Pepper Steak Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender beef and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade and Beef
  • 1 pound beef top sirloin steak Cut into 1/2-inch thick strips
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Vegetables
  • 1 large red onion Cut into 1-inch squares
  • 1 large green bell pepper Cut into 1-inch squares
  • 2 medium tomatoes Cut into wedges
Cooking Oil
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Divided for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the beef into 1/2-inch thick strips across the grain for tenderness.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, white sugar, cornstarch, and ground ginger until smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Coat the beef slices thoroughly in the marinade, ensuring even coverage.
Cooking
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef strips in batches, stirring frequently until browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer the beef to a bowl and set aside.
  2. In the same wok, return the seared beef and add the red onion. Toss and cook for about 2 minutes until the onion begins to soften.
  3. Stir in the green bell pepper and continue cooking for 2 minutes until it becomes vibrant and tender.
  4. Add the tomato wedges to the wok and stir everything together to combine the flavors. Serve the dish immediately.

Notes

For serving suggestions, pair this dish with steamed jasmine rice. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.