Chinjao Rosu (青椒肉絲) is a classic Chinese home-style dish featuring julienned bell peppers stir-fried with meat.“青椒” refers to green peppers, and “肉絲” means thinly-sliced meat—traditionally pork in China, although beef is sometimes used in North America and Japan.When made with beef, the dish is called Chinjao Gyuniku Rosu (青椒牛肉絲).
Originating in Sichuan province, Chinjao Rosu was developed as a practical way to cook meat in hot, humid climates by slicing it thinly.Though Sichuan cuisine is often spicy, this dish is known for its sweet and savory flavor that highlights the ingredients rather than spiciness.Over time, milder Cantonese-style versions and oyster sauce-based adaptations have become popular worldwide.
In Japan, the dish gained household popularity during the 1970s–80s Chinese food boom, thanks to its simple preparation and compatibility with rice.Pre-made sauces and frozen meal kits have made it even more accessible.
The key ingredient—green pepper—actually originated in South America and made its way to China in the 16th century.Rich in vitamin C, it adds both flavor and nutrition to many Chinese dishes.
In North America, variations of this dish are known as “Pepper Steak” or “Beef and Peppers,” with regionally adapted ingredients and seasonings.Thanks to its simplicity and broad appeal, Chinjao Rosu remains a global Chinese staple.
This recipe uses easy-to-cook ground pork and takes only 10 minutes.The crunchy vegetables and rich oyster-based sauce pair beautifully with rice.It’s a satisfying one-bowl meal—give it a try!
20 minutes
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INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 8 oz ground pork
- 1 /2 a green bell pepper
- 1 /4 a carrot
- 8 tbsp. canned and drained bamboo shoots, julienned
- 1 tbsp. grated garlic (approx. 1 in. / 2 cm from a tube)
- 1 tbsp. grated ginger (approx. 1 in. / 2 cm from a tube)
- 1/2 tbsp. sesame oil
- steamed rice (as needed)
- 2 soft-boiled or hot spring eggs (onsen tamago), for topping
- A1 1/2 tbsp. oyster sauce
- A1 tbsp. soy sauce
- A1 tbsp. sake (or dry white wine)
- A1 tsp. sugar
- Asalt and pepper (to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1
Julienne the green bell peppers and carrot.
- 2
In a frying pan, heat sesame oil, garlic, and ginger over medium heat. Add ground pork and carrot, then stir-fry until the pork is fully cooked.
- 3
Add green bell peppers and bamboo shoots, and stir-fry briefly.
- 4
Add all sauce ingredients from A (oyster sauce, soy sauce, sake, and sugar), mix well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve the stir-fry over bowls of rice and top with soft-boiled or hot spring eggs.
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Tips & Notes
・You can substitute ground pork with thinly-sliced pork shoulder or loin, seasoned as desired.
・If you don’t have canned bamboo shoots, thinly-sliced potatoes will work as a substitute.
Optional: How to make hot spring eggs (onsen tamago)
・Hot water method (1–3 eggs)
1.Boil enough water in a small pot to cover the eggs.
2.Turn off the heat and gently lower the eggs in with a ladle.
3.Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10–12 minutes, depending on your preferred level of doneness.
4.Remove the eggs from the water and crack the eggs over the rice bowl.
・Microwave method (1 egg at a time)
1.Crack an egg into a microwave-safe cup and add enough water to cover it.
2.Pierce the yolk 3 times with a toothpick.
3.Microwave at 600W for 40 seconds without covering.
4.Microwave for 10 seconds at a time to desired firmness.
5.Use a spoon to hold the egg and drain the water.
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