Description

This Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful 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 for a delicious meal that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.

Ingredients

Marinated Beef:

1 lb flank steak (thinly sliced against the grain)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Stir Fry:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
2 medium yellow onions (sliced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup beef broth or water
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Marinate the Beef: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and baking soda. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
Stir Fry: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add marinated beef, sear, then stir-fry until cooked. Set beef aside. Cook onions, add garlic, return beef to the pan. Add sugar, beef broth, stir-fry until coated. Season with sesame oil and black pepper. Garnish with green onions.

Notes

For extra tenderness, slice the beef thinly against the grain.
You can add bell peppers or snow peas for more color and crunch.