Description
This quick and flavorful Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry features tender beef slices marinated in savory soy and oyster sauces, paired with sweet onions and aromatic garlic. It’s a perfect dish for a busy weeknight, served hot with steamed rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef, thinly sliced (flank steak or sirloin works well)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan or wok over high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the marinated beef to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the sliced onions to the pan and continue to stir-fry until the onions become soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve the stir-fry hot with steamed rice.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds or drizzle with a little sesame oil just before serving.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or snow peas for extra color and crunch.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with a little water and add to the pan in the last step to thicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
