Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry
A quick and flavorful dish featuring tender beef and caramelized onions, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced Cut against the grain for tenderness.
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- To taste salt and pepper
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Prep the Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients are prepped. Slice the beef and onions, and mince the garlic and ginger.
- Marinate the Beef: Toss the sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat the Oil: In a large wok or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Stir-Fry the Beef: Add the marinated beef in a single layer to the hot pan. Sear for about 2 minutes without stirring, then stir it continuously for another 2-3 minutes or until browned. Remove the beef from the pan.
- Cook the Onions: In the same pan, add more oil if needed, and toss in the sliced onions. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the onions and cook for an additional minute.
- Finish the Dish: Return the beef to the pan with the onions and stir everything together for about 2 more minutes. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the stir-fry over a bed of rice or noodles.
Notes
Pro tips include cutting meat thinly and cooking over high heat. Feel free to add other vegetables for added nutrition and color.