Description
Sizzling woks bring Chinese beef and onion stir-fry to life with bold flavors from traditional Sichuan cooking techniques. Tender slices of marinated beef mingle with caramelized onions, delivering a perfect balance of savory and sweet that will satisfy you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine beef with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and sugar in a mixing bowl, allowing flavors to meld for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Warm cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it shimmers and becomes glossy.
- Introduce minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil, quickly stirring to release their aromatic essence without burning.
- Carefully transfer marinated beef into the pan, spreading pieces evenly to ensure rapid caramelization, cooking for 2-3 minutes until edges turn golden brown.
- Incorporate sliced onions into the beef, continuously tossing to prevent sticking and promote even cooking until onions become translucent and slightly softened.
- Splash water into the pan, allowing the liquid to create a light, glossy sauce that coats the meat and onions, simmering for an additional 2 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- Transfer the sizzling stir-fry to a serving platter, scattering freshly chopped green onions on top for a vibrant garnish.
- Serve immediately alongside steamed rice, ensuring the dish remains piping hot and full of robust flavors.
Notes
- Boost flavor by using dark soy sauce for deeper color and richer taste in the marinade.
- Cut beef against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Prepare all ingredients before cooking to maintain high heat and prevent burning during stir-frying.
- Swap beef with chicken or tofu for dietary variations like lower-fat or vegetarian options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg