A flavorful and spicy beef stir-fry featuring tender beef sirloin, vibrant red onions, and fiery chili peppers, all coated in a delicious garlic sauce.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stir-Fry
Cuisine:Asian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
1 red bell pepper, sliced
3–4 fresh red chili peppers, sliced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
Prepare the Beef: Thinly slice the beef against the grain. In a bowl, combine beef, soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated and let marinate for 15 minutes.
Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, water, and cornstarch. Set aside.
Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Work in batches if needed. Transfer to a plate.
Sauté the Aromatics: Add the remaining vegetable oil to the same skillet. Add minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
Cook the Onions and Peppers: Add the red onion, red bell pepper, and sliced chili peppers. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
Combine the Beef: Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Toss with the vegetables to distribute the flavors evenly.
Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared spicy garlic sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir continuously for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything.
Finish the Stir-Fry: Add sliced green onions and toss briefly. Remove from heat.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and additional sliced chili peppers if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For extra heat, add more chili peppers or a dash of hot sauce.
Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.