Beef and bean stir-fry
Beef and bean stir-fry features tender beef and fresh vegetables cooked quickly in a savory oyster sauce. This easy dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner full of flavour and colour.
Cook time 20 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
1/3 cup oyster sauce2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp ginger root
1 lb beef
1/3 cup peanut oil
1 red onion
1 red pepper
3/4 cup green beans
3/4 cup mushrooms
Beef and bean stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender beef with fresh vegetables in a savory oyster sauce. This flavorful stir-fry is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend meal.
Instructions:
- Mince the garlic cloves and ginger root.
- Thinly slice the beef, red onion, and red pepper.
- Trim and halve the green beans.
- Slice the mushrooms.
- In a large wok or a heavy skillet, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the hot oil. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until the beef is browned. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
- Add the sliced red onion and red pepper to the wok. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes.
- Add the green beans and mushrooms. Continue to stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Return the beef to the wok. Pour in the oyster sauce.
- Toss everything together until well combined and heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Make sure the sauce evenly coats the beef and vegetables.
- Serve the beef and bean stir-fry hot over steamed rice or noodles if desired.
This beef and bean stir-fry is a versatile dish that can be adapted with your favorite vegetables and served over rice or noodles. Enjoy this quick and tasty meal that's sure to be a hit with family and friends!
Beef and bean stir-fry FAQ:
The beef should be stir-fried for about 2-3 minutes until it's browned and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as it can become tough.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave or on the stovetop until thoroughly heated.
Yes, you can substitute oyster sauce with soy sauce for a similar flavor, but the dish will have a different taste. For a richer flavor, consider using hoisin sauce.
A large wok or heavy skillet is recommended to ensure even cooking and enough space for the beef and vegetables to stir-fry properly.
The vegetables should be tender but still crisp. Typically, 3-4 minutes of stir-frying after adding them to the wok will achieve this doneness.
Cooking Tips:
- Prepare all ingredients before you start cooking as stir-frying is a fast process.
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain to ensure it remains tender and cooks quickly.
- Use high heat for stir-frying to achieve a nice sear on the beef and vegetables.
- Keep stirring the ingredients continuously to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Feel free to substitute or add more vegetables such as snow peas, carrots, or broccoli for extra nutrition and variety.
Nutrition Facts
4 ServingsCalories 570kcal
Protein 36g
Carbohydrates 13g
Fiber 3.07g
Sugar 5g
Fat 40g
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