WW Sizzling Chinese Pepper Steak with Onions –
Ingredients
Beef and Vegetables
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400 g lean beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 large onion, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
Marinade
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 teaspoon oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
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1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
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1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth or water
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1 teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening)
For Cooking
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
1. Marinate the Beef
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Place the thinly sliced beef in a bowl.
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Add soy sauce, cornstarch, black pepper, and sesame oil.
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Mix well so the beef is evenly coated.
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Let it marinate for 15–20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl combine:
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Soy sauce
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Oyster sauce
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Brown sugar or honey
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Beef broth
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Cornstarch
Stir well until the cornstarch dissolves completely. Set aside.
3. Cook the Beef
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Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat.
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Add the vegetable oil.
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Add the marinated beef in a single layer.
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Stir-fry for about 2–3 minutes until the beef is lightly browned.
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Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
4. Cook the Vegetables
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In the same pan add the minced garlic and ginger.
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Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add the sliced onion and bell peppers.
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Stir-fry on high heat for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Combine Everything
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Return the cooked beef to the pan.
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Stir the prepared sauce again and pour it into the pan.
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Cook for 1–2 minutes while stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.