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Beef stir-fry with onions is a familiar dish in Vietnamese family meals. And especially you can vary stir-fried beef with onions with many different ingredients. In the article below, PasGo Team will share with you how to stir-fry beef with onions with celery, beef stir-fry with onions and carrots, pineapple, bell peppers,.... Feel free to try them out and turn them into delicious daily meals for your family!
Here are methods for making beef stir-fry with onions, serving 3 - 4 people, with a cooking time of about 15 - 30 minutes.
1. How to Make Beef Stir-Fry with Onions Without
Here's the simplest recipe for beef stir-fry with onions, perfect for a delicious daily dish on busy days when you don't have much time for cooking.
Ingredients for beef stir-fry with onions
- 300 grams of beef
- One onion, garlic
- Basic seasonings such as: salt, broth mix, oyster sauce, MSG, and cooking oil.
Steps to stir-fry beef with onions
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients. Firstly, wash the beef thoroughly and slice it into thin pieces. Peel and segment the onions.
Marinating the beef for stir-fry with onions: To tenderize the beef and enhance its flavor, add a bit of cooking oil and a dash of sugar. Mix well. This will make the beef more tender during cooking.
Step 2: Heat a pan, pour some cooking oil, spread it evenly, and stir-fry the beef with seasonings including 1 teaspoon of broth mix, 1/2 teaspoon of MSG, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir-fry over high heat and quickly flip until the beef is firm. Then, add a splash of water to prevent uneven cooking. Once the beef is evenly cooked and fragrant, transfer it to a separate bowl.
Step 3: Stir-fry the onions. In the same pan used for frying the beef, add a bit more cooking oil and heat it up. Once the oil is hot, add the onions and stir-fry for about a minute. Then, add a teaspoon of broth mix and continue stir-frying over high heat for two minutes.
Final step: Once the onions are cooked, reduce the heat and add the beef to the pan. Continue stir-frying for another two minutes, and your simple and quick beef stir-fry with onions is ready.
2. Recipe for beef stir-fry with onions and celery
Recipe for beef stir-fry with onions and celery
The beef, marinated and combined with the sweetness of onions and the crispiness of celery, along with its distinctive aroma, creates an irresistible dish. You can also pair it with other vegetables like beef stir-fry with onions and celery and tomatoes, bell peppers,... For detailed instructions, check out the link in the article below!
3. Recipe for beef stir-fry with onions and carrots
You can elevate your everyday dish with beef and onions by adding a twist to the ingredients. For example, adding carrots enhances the color and flavor of the dish.
Ingredients for beef stir-fry with onions and carrots
- 500 grams of beef
- Vegetables: 1 onion, 1 carrot, a bit of celery, 1 piece of ginger, garlic.
- Seasonings: oyster sauce, sugar, salt, MSG, ground pepper, broth mix, and cooking oil.
Step-by-step guide for beef stir-fry with onions and carrots
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients. Start by washing the beef thoroughly, then slice it into medium-sized pieces and place them in a bowl. Peel the garlic, scrape the ginger skin, rinse them, and finely chop.
Carrots need to be peeled, then washed and sliced into long strips or flower shapes according to your preference. Onions also need to be peeled, washed, and sliced into segments. Celery should have its roots removed, then rinsed and cut into pieces about 4-5 cm long.
Step 2: Marinating the beef for stir-fry with onions and carrots. Season the sliced beef in a bowl with 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of broth mix, 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, 1/2 portion of minced garlic, 1/2 portion of minced ginger, and 1/2 teaspoon of MSG. Mix well and marinate for about 20 minutes to soften the beef and absorb the seasonings evenly.
Step 3: Stir-fry the beef. Heat a pan and add some cooking oil, spread it evenly over the pan surface. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef mixture and stir-fry over high heat until the beef is cooked through, then transfer to a bowl.
Step 4: Stir-fry the carrots and onions. In the same pan used for stir-frying the beef, add some cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, add minced ginger and garlic and sauté until fragrant. Next, add the carrots to the pan and stir-fry with seasonings: About a tablespoon of oyster sauce, half a teaspoon of MSG, a teaspoon of broth mix, and a splash of water.
Stir-fry the carrots for about 4 to 5 minutes, then add the onions and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes. Once the onions are cooked, add the stir-fried beef back into the pan and stir-fry together over high heat. Adjust the seasoning (remember the beef is already seasoned), then add the celery and stir-fry everything together. Turn off the heat after about 1 minute.
Finished product: The simple and visually appealing beef stir-fry with onions and carrots is ready to serve. This dish features enticing colors with tender and flavorful beef, combined with a variety of vegetables, making it a delightful meal.
4. Recipe for beef stir-fry with bell peppers and onions
Adding another ingredient can help diversify our daily menu with delicious dishes. Let's explore how to make beef stir-fry with bell peppers and onions below!
Ingredients for beef stir-fry with bell peppers and onions
- 3 bell peppers
- 1/2 onion
- 1 stalk of celery
- 1/4 ginger, shallot, 1 garlic clove
- Seasonings including: salt, sugar, pepper, broth mix, fish sauce, MSG, sesame oil, and cooking oil.
How to stir-fry beef with onions and bell peppers
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients. Wash the bell peppers, onions, and beef.
Marinating the beef for stir-fry with onions and bell peppers: Thinly slice the beef and place it in a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of minced shallot, minced ginger, a pinch of MSG, a pinch of pepper, and broth mix. To let the beef absorb the flavors, mix well and marinate for about 15 minutes, then add two teaspoons of sesame oil (or cooking oil) to make the beef tender and more flavorful.
Prepare the bell peppers: Wash, slice them, and blanch in boiling water with a pinch of salt to remove any bitterness. Peel and clean the onions, then slice them into segments.
Step 2: Stir-fry the beef. Place a pan on the stove, add two teaspoons of cooking oil and wait until it's hot. Then, add minced onions and garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the marinated beef and quickly stir-fry over high heat until the beef is firm. Then, transfer the beef to a plate.
Step 3: Stir-fry the bell peppers. In the same pan, add bell peppers, onions, and celery. Season with a bit more seasoning and stir-fry quickly for about 3 minutes. Then, add the previously stir-fried beef, and continue to stir-fry for about 2 minutes before turning off the heat.
5. Recipe for beef stir-fry with pineapple and onions
Continuing our series of daily delicious dishes with beef stir-fry with onions, PasGo introduces you to beef stir-fry with pineapple and onions.
Ingredients for beef stir-fry with celery and pineapple
- 350 grams of beef
- 1 pineapple, 1/2 onion, 5 cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic, onions, and scallions
- Seasonings include broth mix, sugar, oyster sauce, fish sauce, MSG.
Detailed instructions for beef stir-fry with onions and pineapple
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients. Slice the beef into thin pieces, cut the green bell peppers into square pieces, slice the pineapple thinly, peel and dice the onions, halve the cherry tomatoes.
Step 2: Stir-fry the beef. Heat oil in a pan, sauté minced garlic, then add the beef. Season with prepared seasonings. When the beef is cooked to your liking, transfer it to a separate bowl.
Step 3: Stir-fry the pineapple and onions. Place the pan used for frying the beef back on the heat, add a little oil. Add the pineapple, season with a pinch of broth mix and 1/4 teaspoon of sugar to enhance the flavor (if the pineapple is already sweet, you may not need to add sugar). Stir-fry the pineapple until cooked, then add the onions and stir well.
Step 4: Add the partially cooked beef back to the pan, increase the heat and stir well. Adjust the seasoning to taste and then add the cherry tomatoes. If there is too much liquid in the pan, you can mix a little tapioca starch or cornstarch with water and add it to the pan to thicken the sauce.
How to stir-fry beef with onions and pineapple
Finally, sprinkle some minced scallions over the dish and turn off the heat. Serve on a plate and enjoy, the tender, flavorful beef combined with pineapple and onions with a naturally sweet and sour taste will make you unable to stop eating. If you find it delicious, be sure to add it to your family's daily delicious dishes list!
6. Tips for stir-frying beef with onions that are not pungent or irritating
Here are 5 ways to stir-fry beef with onions with different ingredients and cooking methods. However, to make a delicious beef stir-fry with onions that is not pungent, here are some tips you should keep in mind:
- Choose the beef: Choose beef from the thigh or tenderloin as they are usually tender, lean, and convenient for quick cooking with less risk of being tough. The beef should have bright red color, even color, dry surface, and bounce back when lightly pressed without sinking in too much.
Tips for stir-frying beef with onions that are not pungent or irritating
- Prepare onions to reduce pungency: Choose round-shaped onions, evenly yellow in color, without any black spots. After cutting onions, soak them in a bowl of warm water with a little salt added. This way, you'll experience less eye irritation and the onions won't be pungent even when stir-fried.
Here are all the ways to stir-fry beef with onions that the PasGo Team wants to share with you. Hopefully, your everyday delicious dishes list has become more diverse. If you have any other ways to stir-fry beef with onions, feel free to share them with PasGo and other readers in the comments below!
