Sizzling Pepper Steak Skillet
Sizzling Pepper Steak Skillet is a quick, savory stir-fry dish featuring tender strips of beef and crisp bell peppers cooked in a rich, often soy-based sauce. It's a staple of American Chinese cuisine, where it's known for its bold flavors and satisfying sizzle when served hot.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the beef and provides a good source of vitamins from the peppers, though it can be moderate in fat depending on the cut of meat and cooking oil used. A typical serving contains roughly 300-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 7 mg |
| Potassium | 500 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of how Chinese cooking techniques were adapted to Western tastes in the mid-20th century, becoming a popular takeout classic. Nutritionally, the combination of iron-rich beef and vitamin C-packed peppers can help enhance iron absorption.
