🍴 Chinese Beef and Onion Stir-Fry 🥩🧅

Quick and Satisfying: A Stir-Fry Perfect for Busy Weeknights!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 lb beef flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- Green onions, chopped for garnish
- Cooked rice, for serving

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, mix the beef slices with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of sugar. Stir well to coat thoroughly and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to soak up the flavors.

2. Prepare the Sauce: Combine the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, water, and sugar in a small bowl. This mixture will create a rich, flavorful sauce for your stir-fry.

3. Sauté the Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are soft and begin to caramelize, about 5 minutes. Remove the onions and set them aside.

4. Stir-Fry the Beef: In the same pan, add the remaining oil and the marinated beef. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the beef is thoroughly cooked and browned.

5. Add Aromatics: Toss in the minced garlic and ginger, continuing to stir-fry for an additional minute to release their fragrant aromas.

6. Combine and Serve: Return the onions to the pan along with the prepared sauce. Mix everything together and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Serve the stir-fry hot over a bed of cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Proteins: 25g
- Fats: 15g
- Additional Info: Rich in iron and protein, low in sugar.

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- Marinating Time: For deeper flavor, let the beef marinate for up to an hour if time allows.
- Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for a colorful and nutritious twist.

⏳ Preparation Time ⏳

- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Serving: Serves 4

This stir-fry is a wonderful blend of savory flavors and tender beef, perfect for a quick and hearty meal any night of the week!