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Quick and Easy Ginger Beef and Onion Stir Fry

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A fast, flavorful stir fry featuring thinly sliced beef, caramelized onions, and fresh ginger, perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in about 20 minutes, this dish balances savory, sweet, and nutty flavors with a bright zing.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or finely minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Slice 12 oz beef sirloin or flank steak into thin strips about 1/4-inch thick. Place in a bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Peel and slice 2 medium yellow onions into thin slices.
  4. Mince 2 garlic cloves and grate 1 tablespoon fresh ginger.
  5. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  6. Add the beef in a single layer and sear without stirring for about 1 minute to develop a crust, then stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until mostly cooked but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
  7. In the same pan, add sliced onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to caramelize.
  8. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds to release fragrance, avoiding burning.
  9. Return beef to the pan. Pour sauce mixture over everything and stir well to coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  10. If desired, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes for heat and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Use high heat for best results and avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Fresh ginger is preferred over powdered. Adjust seasoning after cooking if needed. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently in a skillet. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari and cornstarch with arrowroot powder.

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