This Fried Beef Sauce is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender cubes of beef with fresh vegetables and crunchy roasted peanuts. The beef is marinated in cornstarch and spices to ensure a velvety texture, then stir-fried to perfection. Aromatics like garlic, ginger, and hot green chilies add depth and a kick of heat, while the red bell pepper provides a sweet crunch. The sauce, enriched with brown bean sauce, brings a rich umami flavor that ties all the ingredients together. Served hot, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple yet satisfying, it’s a meal that delivers big flavor with minimal fuss.
Fried Beef Sauce
Description
This Fried Beef Sauce is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender cubes of beef with fresh vegetables and crunchy roasted peanuts. The beef is marinated in cornstarch and spices to ensure a velvety texture, then stir-fried to perfection. Aromatics like garlic, ginger, and hot green chilies add depth and a kick of heat, while the red bell pepper provides a sweet crunch. The sauce, enriched with brown bean sauce, brings a rich umami flavor that ties all the ingredients together. Served hot, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple yet satisfying, it's a meal that delivers big flavor with minimal fuss.Ingredients
Directions
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Trim fat from the beef steak and cut the beef into 3/4-inch cubes.
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Toss the beef cubes with 1 tablespoon of oil, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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While the beef marinates, cut the hot green chilies into thin slices, removing seeds and membranes if you prefer less heat.
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Cut the green onions diagonally into 1-inch pieces. Cut the red bell pepper into 3/4-inch squares.
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Heat a 12-inch skillet or wok over high heat until very hot. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and rotate the skillet to coat the bottom.
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Add the marinated beef to the hot skillet. Stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until the beef is browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
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Heat the skillet again until very hot. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and rotate to coat the bottom.
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Add the sliced chilies, finely chopped garlic, finely chopped ginger root, brown bean sauce, and diced canned bamboo shoots. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
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Return the beef to the skillet. Add the bell pepper squares and sugar. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
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Stir in the sliced green onions. Sprinkle with roasted peanuts and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 701.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 42.6g66%
- Saturated Fat 8.1g41%
- Cholesterol 84.0mg29%
- Sodium 2519.8mg105%
- Total Carbohydrate 37.3g13%
- Dietary Fiber 12.1g49%
- Sugars 8.8g
- Protein 46.0g92%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
