Lot Tzu Ngow Roh (Beef With Green Pepper)

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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A savory Cantonese stir-fry featuring tender beef and crisp peppers in a rich black bean sauce
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This classic Cantonese dish, Lot Tzu Ngow Roh, delivers a perfect balance of savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavors. Thinly sliced beef is velvety tender thanks to a quick marinade, while fresh green peppers and onions provide a satisfying crunch. The star of the sauce is fermented black beans, which add a deep, umami richness that coats every bite. It’s a quick weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-quality, pairing beautifully with steamed jasmine rice. The high-heat stir-frying method ensures the vegetables stay crisp-tender while the beef remains juicy. Simple ingredients come together in minutes to create a hearty, comforting meal that highlights traditional Chinese home-cooking techniques without requiring complex preparation.

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Lot Tzu Ngow Roh (Beef With Green Pepper)

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 355.2

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This classic Cantonese dish, Lot Tzu Ngow Roh, delivers a perfect balance of savory, salty, and slightly sweet flavors. Thinly sliced beef is velvety tender thanks to a quick marinade, while fresh green peppers and onions provide a satisfying crunch. The star of the sauce is fermented black beans, which add a deep, umami richness that coats every bite. ItâÂÂs a quick weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-quality, pairing beautifully with steamed jasmine rice. The high-heat stir-frying method ensures the vegetables stay crisp-tender while the beef remains juicy. Simple ingredients come together in minutes to create a hearty, comforting meal that highlights traditional Chinese home-cooking techniques without requiring complex preparation.

Directions

  1. Cut the steak on the diagonal into 1/4-inch slices, each about 2 inches long.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch, soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and oil.
  3. Pour the marinade over the beef, toss to coat evenly, and let stand for 15 minutes.
  4. Cut green peppers in half, remove seeds, and slice into 1/4-inch wide strips.
  5. Slice the onion into thin strips.
  6. Smash, peel, and mince the garlic clove.
  7. Peel and mince the ginger slice.
  8. In a small cup, whisk together the cornstarch, chicken broth, soy sauce, and sugar until smooth.
  9. Rinse the Chinese black beans briefly to remove excess salt, drain well, and mash them coarsely with a fork.
  10. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking.
  11. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for about 1 minute until just browned.
  12. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
  13. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel if necessary, then heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat.
  14. Add the mashed black beans, minced garlic, and minced ginger; stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  15. Add the green peppers, onions, and salt. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  16. Return the beef to the skillet.
  17. Give the cornstarch mixture a quick stir (as it may settle) and pour it into the skillet.
  18. Cook and stir constantly for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  19. Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 355.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.8g26%
Saturated Fat 5.8g29%
Cholesterol 99.9mg34%
Sodium 586.8mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 34.6g70%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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