Chinese-style Beef and Onion Stir-Fry

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Chinese-style Beef and Onion Stir-Fry:

Ingredients

For the Beef Marinade:

• 1 lb (450g) beef (such as flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced against the grain
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Stir-Fry Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons water or beef broth

For the Stir-Fry:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
• 2 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces (optional)
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening, optional)
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

1. Marinate the Beef:
   • In a bowl, combine the beef with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Stir-Fry Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and water or beef broth. Set aside.
3. Cook the Beef:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until it is just cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
   • In the same wok, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onions and stir-fry until they start to soften, about 2-3 minutes.
   • Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • If using, add the green onions and red bell pepper and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Combine and Serve:
   • Return the cooked beef to the wok. Pour the stir-fry sauce over the beef and vegetables, and mix well to combine.
   • If you prefer a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch mixture and stir until the sauce thickens.
   • Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well-coated and heated through.
   • Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Enjoy your homemade Chinese-style Beef and Onion Stir-Fry!