Looking for a quick, savory, and restaurant-quality stir-fry that’s easy to make at home? This Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry is packed with bold flavors, tender beef, and a rich umami sauce—perfect for a fast and satisfying meal! 🍜🥩
💡 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Quick & Easy – Ready in just 20 minutes!
✔️ Budget-Friendly – Uses simple pantry staples.
✔️ High-Protein Meal – Great for fitness enthusiasts & families.
✔️ Better Than Takeout – Healthier, fresher, and MSG-free!
🛒 Ingredients – What You Need
🥩 For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- ½ tsp ginger, minced 🫚
🥢 For the Savory Stir-Fry Sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp sugar (or honey for a natural touch)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
🔥 Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together:
✅ Soy sauce
✅ Oyster sauce
✅ Hoisin sauce
✅ Sugar & black pepper
Set aside for later.
2️⃣ Cook the Beef
🔥 Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over high heat.
🥩 Add thinly sliced beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
💡 Pro Tip: Cook in small batches for a perfect sear!
👉 Remove beef from the pan & set aside.
3️⃣ Sauté Onions & Aromatics
🥄 Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan.
🧅 Stir-fry sliced onions for 2 minutes until slightly soft.
🧄 Add minced garlic & ginger, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4️⃣ Combine & Finish
🥩 Return the beef to the pan.
🍶 Pour in the prepared sauce and mix well.
🥄 Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
🍚 Serve hot over steamed white rice for an authentic experience!
📌 Expert Cooking Tips & Variations
✅ For Extra Tender Beef – Marinate with ½ tsp baking soda for 10 minutes before cooking.
✅ Make It Spicy – Add ½ tsp chili flakes or Sriracha for a bold kick! 🌶️
✅ Add More Veggies – Try bell peppers, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra nutrition.
✅ Low-Carb Option – Swap white rice for cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
⌛ Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Servings: 4
🔥 Perfect for: Quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, and high-protein diets!
