Description
A flavorful and quick Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry featuring tender flank steak marinated in a savory soy and oyster sauce blend, stir-fried with garlic, onions, and green onions for a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for serving over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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Beef and Marinade
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Stir-Fry
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced diagonally
Instructions
- Slice the beef: Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain to ensure tenderness during cooking.
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine or sherry, cornstarch, sugar, ground ginger, and black pepper, mixing well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the beef: Add the sliced beef to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly, and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat the oil: Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Cook the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Sear the beef: Add the marinated beef to the pan in a single layer and let it sear for 1-2 minutes undisturbed to develop a nice brown crust, then stir to cook through.
- Add onions: Add the sliced large onion to the pan and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until they begin to soften but retain some crunch.
- Add green onions: Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for an additional minute to blend flavors.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the beef and onion stir-fry hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Enjoy: Relish your delicious homemade Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry!
Notes
- For best results, slice the beef very thin to ensure it cooks quickly and remains tender.
- Marinating the beef for longer (up to 30 minutes) can enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Use high heat and a well-heated pan to achieve a proper sear and prevent steaming.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety.
- Adjust soy sauce amount according to preferred saltiness.
- Serve immediately for optimal taste and texture.
