Beef wok with crunchy vegetables
A beef
stir-fry with crisp vegetables offers a harmonious blend of tender meat and
vibrant produce, resulting in a dish that's both flavorful and nutritious. This
recipe guides you through creating a savory stir-fry, ideal for a quick yet
satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- Lean beef, sliced into thin
strips
- Assorted fresh vegetables such
as bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas, all julienned for uniform
cooking
- Garlic cloves, finely minced
- Fresh ginger, grated
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Sesame oil
- Cornstarch
- Vegetable oil
- Salt and freshly ground black
pepper
- Cooked jasmine or basmati rice,
for serving
Preparation:
- Begin by marinating the beef.
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, a dash of sesame oil, and a teaspoon of
cornstarch. Add the beef strips, ensuring they are well-coated. Allow the
mixture to rest, enabling the flavors to meld.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok
over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the marinated beef. Stir-fry
until the meat is browned and just cooked through. Transfer the beef to a
plate and set aside.
- In the same wok, add a touch
more oil if necessary. Introduce the minced garlic and grated ginger,
stirring until aromatic.
- Add the julienned vegetables to
the wok. Stir-fry until they are vibrant and retain a slight crunch,
preserving their nutritional value and texture.
- Return the beef to the wok,
combining it with the vegetables. Pour in oyster sauce and a splash of soy
sauce, stirring to ensure an even coating.
- Season the stir-fry with salt
and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve the beef and vegetable
stir-fry hot over a bed of cooked jasmine or basmati rice, allowing the
grains to absorb the savory sauce.
This beef
stir-fry with crisp vegetables is a testament to the beauty of simple
ingredients coming together to create a dish that's both wholesome and
indulgent. The tender beef complements the crunchy vegetables, all enveloped in
a savory sauce that ties the elements together. Perfect for busy evenings, this
recipe offers a quick yet gourmet dining experience.
