Ingredients
Scale
Gather these simple ingredients, most of which are likely already in your pantry or easily found at your nearest grocery store:
- 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional for finishing)
- 1–2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
If you’re missing something, don’t worry! You can substitute flank steak for the sirloin or even switch out the oyster sauce for hoisin if that’s what’s on hand. Home cooking is all about flexibility!
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to bring this dish to life:
- Start by marinating the beef. Combine the beef slices with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Let it sit for about 15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the onions to the pan, cooking until they start to soften and become translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove the onions and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and increase the heat to high. Add the marinated beef, spreading it out in a single layer. Let it sear without stirring for 1-2 minutes to get a nice crust, then stir fry for another 2 minutes.
- Return the onions to the pan, mixing them with the beef. Add a splash of water if needed to loosen up the sauce, and cook for another 2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and toss in the green onions for a fresh finish. Serve hot.
Incorporating these steps into your routine can transform a stressful evening into a culinary adventure, turning mundane ingredients into a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry Recipe, recipe, cooking, food
