Chinese Beef Onion Stir Fry
A quick and flavorful stir fry featuring marinated beef, crisp vegetables, and aromatic garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry
- 1 lb beef (flank or sirloin), sliced thinly Thinly sliced for quick cooking.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Divided into two portions.
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large bell pepper, sliced
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped Added at the end.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Rice or noodles for serving Choose your preferred option.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch. Marinate for about 15 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned, then remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil, then add the onion and garlic. Stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pan, and stir to combine all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the green onions at the end and stir fry for a minute more.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.