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Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry

A quick and easy dish featuring tender beef, crisp onions, and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights and pairs well with rice or noodles.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef (such as flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  3. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, and continue stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce and stir to combine, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the beef in soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Consider adding colorful vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas.