Vietnamese Shaking Beef Recipe by Tasty
Ingredients
- 2 lbboneless beef rib eye
cut into 1-inch cubes, 2 1/2-cm
- 10 clovesgarlic
minced
- 3 tbspbrown sugar
- 5 tbspsoy sauce
divided
- 2 tbspoyster sauce
- 1 tbspfish sauce
- to tastefreshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbspgranulated sugar
- 2 tbspwhite vinegar
- 2 tbspwater
- 1red onion
sliced into rings
- 2 buncheswatercress
- 3roma tomatoes
sliced
- 2 tbspcanola oil
- fresh cilantro
for garnish
- cooked white rice
for serving
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the beef, garlic, brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and black pepper. Toss to combine. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 2
In small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, the white vinegar, and water. Add the red onion and toss to coat in the dressing. Set aside to soak.
- 3
On a platter, arrange the watercress and tomato slices.
- 4
Preheat a large wok or skillet over high heat, then add the canola oil. When the oil is shimmering, swirl around in the pan to coat evenly. Add half of the marinated beef and sear on all sides, shaking the pan, until the meat is slightly charred and medium rare, 3-5 minutes. Remove the meat from the pan and repeat with remaining beef.
- 5
Arrange the beef on the bed of watercress and tomatoes. Top with the dressed red onions and fresh cilantro.
- 6
Serve with domed white rice. For a full meal, serve alongside Vietnamese crepes, spring rolls, and bánh mì sandwiches.
- 7
Enjoy!
Vietnamese Shaking Beef Recipe by Tasty
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, savory dish that transports your taste buds to Vietnam without leaving your kitchen? This Vietnamese Shaking Beef, or Bo Luc Lac, recipe delivers an explosion of flavors in what feels like no time at all. This dish is designed to bring authentic Vietnamese taste right to your table, making it a new family favorite.
The magic of this Bo Luc Lac lies in its expertly balanced marinade, which infuses tender boneless beef rib eye cubes with a symphony of umami from soy, oyster, and fish sauces, perfectly offset by brown sugar and minced garlic. A quick, high-heat stir-fry caramelizes the beef exterior while keeping the interior succulent, ensuring every bite is irresistible and flavorful.
What to Expect
You'll be treated to incredibly tender, flavorful beef cubes that have a delightful savory-sweet glaze, brightened by the aromatic stir-fried garlic, sweet red onions, and juicy Roma tomatoes. Served traditionally with fluffy white rice and a crisp bed of watercress, this dish offers a wonderful contrast of textures and tastes. Despite its sophisticated flavor profile, it's surprisingly easy to achieve, resulting in a satisfying meal that's perfect for any weeknight or special occasion. Each serving offers 279 calories of pure deliciousness.
While boneless beef rib eye is a fantastic choice for its tenderness, you can certainly use sirloin if that's what you have on hand. For the greens, if watercress isn't readily available, fresh lettuce or a mix of crisp greens works beautifully to complement the rich beef. Feel free to adjust the amount of freshly ground black pepper to your preference, or add a pinch of chili flakes for a subtle kick.
This flavorful Vietnamese Shaking Beef is fantastic as a complete meal served alongside hot cooked white rice, garnished with fresh cilantro. It's a superb choice for a quick and satisfying dinner, and impressive enough to serve guests.