🥩 Chinese Beef and Onion Stir Fry 🧅 A quick stir and sizzle to a delicious dinner! Perfect for busy weeknights. 🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️ - 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil - 2-3 cloves garlic, minced - 1/4 cup soy sauce - 1 tbsp cornstarch - 1 lb beef flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain - 1/2 cup beef broth or water - 1 tbsp sugar to balance flavors - Salt and pepper, to taste - 2 large onions, sliced - 1 tbsp ginger, minced (optional) - 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional) - Green onions, chopped for garnish - Sesame seeds for garnish (optional) 🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳 1. In a bowl, mix the sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes. 2. Prepare the sauce by combining the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, beef broth, sugar, and pepper in a separate bowl. Set aside. 3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Stir fry the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside. 4. In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Add onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Add ginger and garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. 5. Return the beef to the skillet, pour in the sauce mixture, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the beef is heated through. 6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. 🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎 - Calories: 320 per serving - Carbohydrates: 15g - Proteins: 26g - Fats: 18g 💡 Tips and Tricks 💡 - Add vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for a complete meal. - For extra heat, include sliced chili peppers or a splash of chili sauce. ⏳ Preparation time ⏳ Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes | Serving: 4