This classic Cantonese dish features tender slices of beef stir-fried quickly over high heat to retain their juiciness. The beef is coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made from oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a hint of sherry. Aromatics like fresh ginger add depth, while cornstarch ensures the sauce clings perfectly to the meat. It’s a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner that captures the essence of home-style Chinese cooking. Serve hot over steamed rice for a satisfying, balanced meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table in under 30 minutes.
Quick-Fried Beef With Oyster Sauce
Description
This classic Cantonese dish features tender slices of beef stir-fried quickly over high heat to retain their juiciness. The beef is coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made from oyster sauce, soy sauce, and a hint of sherry. Aromatics like fresh ginger add depth, while cornstarch ensures the sauce clings perfectly to the meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner that captures the essence of home-style Chinese cooking. Serve hot over steamed rice for a satisfying, balanced meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table in under 30 minutes.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the beef into small, thin slices against the grain.
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Rub the beef slices with salt and 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
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In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, cornstarch, water, sherry, and beef stock until well blended.
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Finely chop the ginger root.
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Heat the remaining vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
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Add the beef slices, spreading them out in a single layer, and stir-fry for 1 minute until browned.
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Add the chopped ginger, oyster sauce, and sugar, and continue to stir-fry for 30 seconds.
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Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir-fry over high heat for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
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Serve immediately on a well-heated dish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 482.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 33.7g52%
- Saturated Fat 10.5g53%
- Cholesterol 109.9mg37%
- Sodium 2761.9mg116%
- Total Carbohydrate 3.8g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 1.0g
- Protein 38.0g76%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Pepper to taste can be added during the cooking process if desired.
This mixture of seafood flavor (from oyster sauce) with meat is a common Cantonese practice which is particularly popular in Southern China.
For best results, ensure the pan or wok is very hot before adding the beef to achieve a good sear and prevent steaming.
