Chinese pepper steak with onions

🔥 Instructions

1. Marinate the beef:
   In a bowl, mix sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, vinegar, and 1 tbsp oil. Let sit for 15–20 minutes while prepping other ingredients.
2. Make the sauce:
   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, broth, brown sugar, and black pepper. Set aside.
3. Sear the beef:
   Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat.
   Add beef in a single layer, cook for 1–2 minutes per side until browned (don’t overcrowd). Remove and set aside.
4. Stir-fry the vegetables:
   Add remaining oil to the pan. Toss in garlic, onion, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
5. Combine:
   Return the beef to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything and stir until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables (about 2 minutes).
6. Serve:
   Garnish with green onions if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

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🍚 Tips & Variations

• For heat 🌶️: Add sliced chili peppers or 1 tsp chili garlic sauce.
• For extra tenderness: Add 1/4 tsp baking soda to the beef marinade.
• For richer flavor: Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil at the end.

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