Stir-fried Beef with Oyster Sauce (蚝油炒牛肉)

蚝油炒牛肉 (Stir-fried Beef with Oyster Sauce) is a classic dish in Liaoning Cuisine, known for its savory and rich flavors. This dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it a perfect option for a delicious weeknight meal.

Stir-fried Beef with Oyster Sauce (蚝油炒牛肉)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound beef, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the oyster sauce, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, cornstarch, and black pepper. Add the beef slices and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the marinated beef to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
  4. Drizzle the sesame oil over the beef and stir to combine.
  5. Transfer the stir-fried beef to a serving plate, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
25g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Wok or skillet Cutting board Knife Bowl for marinating Cooking spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Stir-fried Beef with Oyster Sauce with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a more tender beef, you can also marinate the beef slices with a teaspoon of baking soda for 15 minutes before adding the marinade.

Cost

$15