Chinese-Style Stir-Fried Beef with Sweet Onions
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chinese-Style Stir-Fried Beef with Sweet Onions, a dish that brings the essence of Asian cuisine straight to your table. This quick and satisfying recipe features tender beef sirloin stir-fried with sweet onions, garlic, and ginger, all coated in a rich and savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this meal can be served over rice or noodles for a complete dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp apple vinegar (or dry apple juice)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced into wedges
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice beef sirloin and onions, mince garlic, and grate ginger.
- Marinate the beef: Combine beef, soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, vinegar or juice, sesame oil, and sugar in a bowl. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat the wok: Preheat your wok or skillet over high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Stir-fry the beef: Add marinated beef to the wok in a single layer for 2-3 minutes without stirring. Stir-fry until browned but not fully cooked.
- Add onions and aromatics: Incorporate onions, garlic, and ginger into the stir-fry and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Finish cooking: Pour in broth or water to deglaze the pan; stir well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until beef is cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg