Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry
Discover the deliciousness of our Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry Recipe, a quick and satisfying dish that brings the essence of Chinese takeout right to your kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you’ll enjoy tender beef strips combined with sweet caramelized onions in a savory sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for hectic weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable—add your favorite veggies to enhance flavor and nutrition. Serve it hot over rice or noodles for a complete meal that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1 lb beef (flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced)
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with water)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper for 15–20 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry marinated beef in batches for 1–2 minutes until browned; set aside.
- In the same pan, add sliced onions and cook for 2–3 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds, then return the beef to the pan.
- Add remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and cornstarch slurry; stir until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg