Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender beef, sweet onions, and a savory sauce come together in this classic stir fry. Let’s dive into the details to create this delicious dish!
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
- Beef flank steak or sirloin: 1 pound (450g), thinly sliced against the grain
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Shaoxing wine or dry sherry: 1 tablespoon
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
For the Stir Fry:
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 teaspoon, grated
- Yellow onion: 2 large, thinly sliced
- Green onions: 2, sliced (for garnish)
For the Sauce:
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Hoisin sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil: 1 teaspoon
- Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon
- Water or beef broth: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok: For stir-frying the beef and onions.
- Mixing bowls: For marinating the beef and mixing the sauce.
- Measuring cups and spoons: To measure ingredients accurately.
- Whisk: For mixing the sauce.
- Tongs or spatula: For stirring and flipping the ingredients.