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Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry: Your New Favorite Weeknight Meal

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry is a flavorful, savory dish featuring tender marinated beef, stir-fried with onions and garlic, and coated in a rich stir-fry sauce, topped with green onions for a fresh finish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • For the Marinade:
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp white pepper
  • For the Stir-Fry Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper. Add the sliced beef, toss to coat, and marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, beef broth, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
  3. Stir-Fry the Beef: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large pan over high heat. Add the beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
  4. Cook Onions & Garlic: Add another 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir-fry onions and garlic for 2 minutes until onions are slightly softened.
  5. Combine Everything: Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the stir-fry sauce, stirring quickly to coat everything. Cook for 1-2 more minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Top with green onions and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For added heat, include the red pepper flakes in the stir-fry sauce.
  • Adjust the marinade time based on preference, but 15-20 minutes should be sufficient for flavor absorption.
  • If you prefer a sweeter sauce, you can add a little more hoisin sauce or even a teaspoon of sugar.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg