Description

This Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender slices of beef are marinated in a savory sauce, then stir-fried with onions and garlic until perfectly cooked. Serve this delicious stir fry with steamed rice for a satisfying dinner.

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 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 over high heat. Sear marinated beef, then set aside. Add remaining oil, onions, and garlic. Return beef to the pan, add sugar and beef broth. Stir-fry until sauce thickens. 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.