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Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions

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A quick and flavorful Chinese dish featuring tender beef strips, caramelized onions, and a glossy hoisin-soy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or ribeye), thinly sliced
  • 5 tbsp (75g) vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15g) grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp (15g) soy sauce (for marinade)
  • 1 tbsp (15g) oyster sauce (optional, for marinade)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp (30g) soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 2 tbsp (30g) oyster sauce (optional, for sauce)
  • 2 tbsp (30g) hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30g) rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15g) cornstarch
  • 1 large onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prep the marinade. In a bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce (if using), grated ginger, minced garlic, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
  2. Marinate the beef. Toss the beef strips in the marinade and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Cook the onions. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté until soft and caramelized, about 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from the pan.
  4. Sear the beef. Increase heat to high, add 2 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet, and add marinated beef in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until browned.
  5. Make the sauce. In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional), 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth.
  6. Thicken the sauce. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until it thickens and coats the meat.
  7. Combine and finish. Add the sautéed onions back into the pan, toss everything together, and cook for 30 seconds more. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve. Transfer to a platter and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce and check the hoisin label. Reheating may dry out the beef; add a splash of water or broth.

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