Description
This Beef Onion Stir Fry is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together tender beef, sweet caramelized onions, and colorful bell peppers. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables. With its rich umami flavor, it pairs wonderfully with rice or noodles, making it a versatile meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced against the grain
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced beef in soy sauce, cornstarch mixture, and brown sugar for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic and onions until translucent.
- Add bell peppers and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes.
- Push veggies aside; add marinated beef to the skillet. Cook until browned (about 4-5 minutes).
- Return all ingredients to the center; add any remaining marinade and stir until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg