Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender beef strips and caramelized onions, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tbsp (30g) vegetable oil (plus more for cooking)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15g) grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp (15g) soy sauce
- 1 tbsp (15g) oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp (30g) soy sauce
- 2 tbsp (30g) oyster sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp (30g) hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp (30g) rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15g) cornstarch
- 1 large onion, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. Toss the beef strips into the marinade and let them sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until they are soft and slightly caramelized, seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat another 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until browned.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch. Pour this mixture over the seared beef and let it simmer until it thickens.
- Stir the sautéed onions back into the pan, blending everything together. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the beef for up to an hour. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for a nutritious twist.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg