Beef and Onion Stir Fry - Better Than Chinese Takeout!
TIPS: For an even easier way to bring incredible flavor to this dish, try my popular Sweet Ginger Teriyaki Marinade instead of the sauce in the recipe. It's packed with bold, savory flavor and makes creating restaurant-quality meals at home even easier!
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If you love Chinese takeout, this Beef and Onion Stir-Fry is one recipe you'll want to make again and again. Tender slices of beef are seared to perfection, then tossed with sweet, caramelized onions in a rich, savory garlic soy sauce that coats every bite.
This Beef and Onion Stir fry dish comes together quickly using simple ingredients but delivers restaurant-quality flavor right at home. The secret is getting that beautiful sear on the beef while keeping it juicy and tender, then allowing the onions to develop their natural sweetness. The combination creates a delicious balance of bold, savory flavors that rivals your favorite Chinese takeout restaurant.
Here's What You'll Need to Make Beef and Onion Stir Fry
Beef & Marinade
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tsp soy sauce
2 1/4 tsp dark soy sauce
3/4 tsp oyster sauce
3/4 tsp sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
4 1/2 tsp cornstarch
3 tsp neutral cooking oil
1 1/2 tsp sesame oil
Onions & Aromatics
1 medium onion, sliced into thick strips
4 green onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, miced
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp sugar
Stir Fry
3 tsp dark soy sauce
1.5 tsp oyster sauce
1.5 tbsp chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine)
1/2 cup water
black pepper to taste
For Cooking
3 tbsp neutral cooking oil
How to Make Beef and Onion Stir Fry - Chinese American Cuisine Recipe
1. Velvet and marinate the beef. Slice the beef thinly against the grain. Add it to a bowl with the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, baking soda and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly until every piece is coated. Add the 3 teaspoons of oil and sesame oil and mix again. Let the beef marinate for about 20–30 minutes.
2. Prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine the dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing cooking wine, water and a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper. Set aside.
3. Sear the beef. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until very hot. Add about 2 tablespoons of the cooking oil. Add the beef in a single layer and allow it to sear briefly before stirring. Stir-fry for about 1–2 minutes, just until the exterior is browned. Don’t worry about cooking it completely through yet. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
4. Cook the onions. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil if needed. Add the sliced onion and stir-fry over high heat for about 1–2 minutes. Add the garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon sugar. Continue cooking until the onions begin to soften but still have some bite.
5. Bring everything together. Return the beef to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss everything together over high heat. Cook for another 1–2 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly and coat the beef and onions. Add the green onions during the final 30–60 seconds. Taste and add additional black pepper if desired.
Serve Beef and Onion Stir fry!
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