Beef and Onion Stir Fry
Beef and Onion Stir Fry is a quick, flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal. Imagine tender strips of beef combined with sweet caramelized onions and vibrant bell peppers, all tossed in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this stir fry brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen, satisfying cravings without the hassle of takeout.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 2 medium sweet onions, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Optional: red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- Marinate sliced beef with soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and cornstarch mixture. Let sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Sauté onions until translucent; add bell peppers until just tender.
- Push vegetables aside and add marinated beef. Cook until browned (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in sesame oil and any remaining marinade; cook briefly to combine flavors (1-2 minutes).
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added crunch and flavor variations, feel free to substitute beef with chicken or tofu. Experiment with different vegetables such as snap peas or broccoli. Keep veggies crisp by cooking them quickly over high heat.