A Taste of Saigon: Sizzling "Shaking Beef" with Garlic (Bò Lúc Lắc)
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Tender, caramelized beef cubes kissed by a garlicky, peppery sauce.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
For Serving
Instructions
Marinate the Beef
In a medium bowl, combine the beef cubes with the minced garlic and all the marinade ingredients (oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, fish sauce, and black pepper). Mix thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated. Let it marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to an hour.
Prepare the Vegetables
While the beef is marinating, arrange the watercress or lettuce and sliced tomatoes on a large serving platter.
Sear the Beef
Heat a large wok or heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat until it is smoking hot. Add the oil, then carefully add the beef in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan (work in batches if necessary). Let the beef sear for 1-2 minutes without moving to get a good crust. Then, shake the pan or stir to sear all sides, about another 1-2 minutes for medium-rare. Remove the beef from the wok and set it aside.
Sauté the Vegetables
In the same wok, add the onion and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are slightly tender but still crisp.
Combine and Finish
Return the seared beef to the wok with the vegetables. Add the butter and toss everything together continuously until the butter has melted and created a glossy sauce that coats the beef and vegetables. This should only take about a minute.
Serve Immediately
Spoon the hot shaking beef and vegetables onto the bed of watercress and tomatoes. The heat from the beef will slightly wilt the greens. Serve immediately with fresh jasmine rice and lime wedges on the side.
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