Sure, here’s a simple and delicious stir fry recipe with beef and onions. This recipe is quick to make and packed with flavor.
Beef and Onion Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients:
- For the Beef Marinade:
- 1 pound beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- For the Stir Fry:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 2-3 green onions, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions:
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and vegetable oil.
- Add the sliced beef to the marinade, mix well to coat, and let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Stir Fry Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), sesame oil, black pepper, and beef broth or water.
- Cook the Stir Fry:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet, spreading it out in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the beef is browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the sliced onions and cook for about 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- If using, add the bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the beef to the skillet, and pour in the stir fry sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the beef is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
- Add the chopped green onions, and give it a final stir.
- Serve:
- Serve the beef and onion stir fry over cooked rice or noodles.
- Enjoy your delicious and savory stir fry!
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like broccoli, snow peas, or mushrooms according to your preference. Enjoy your meal!