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.
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
- 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.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Add the marinated beef to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
- Drizzle the sesame oil over the beef and stir to combine.
- 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