Description
This quick and easy Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry is a flavorful weeknight meal that combines tender flank steak, caramelized onions, and a savory sauce made with soy sauce and oyster sauce. Perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness and served over steaming rice, it’s a dish that’s both satisfying and simple to make
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
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Marinate Beef:
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and cornstarch. Add sliced beef and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
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Cook Beef:
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove beef and set aside.
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Sauté Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for about 2 minutes until fragrant and onions are translucent. Add bell pepper if desired.
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Combine Beef and Vegetables:
- Return beef to the skillet and stir to combine with vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
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Season and Serve:
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions. Serve over cooked rice.
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Enjoy:
- Dig in and savor this delicious Chinese-inspired stir-fry!
Notes
- For extra spice, add red pepper flakes or a splash of chili oil during cooking.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce and tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Substitute flank steak with sirloin or skirt steak for similar results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (served over ½ cup rice)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg