Description
This Beef and Onion Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender slices of beef are marinated in a savory sauce and stir-fried with onions and garlic, creating a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinated Beef:
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Stir Fry:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
- Chopped green onions or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: Combine sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- Stir-Fry: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, stir-fry onions until softened. Add marinated beef, sear, then stir-fry until browned. Add garlic, pepper, and water. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or a pinch of sugar.
- To make it spicy, stir in chili flakes or sriracha.
- This dish cooks quickly, so prep all ingredients before starting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
