Hunan beef sauce is an incredibly flavorful and versatile addition to any meal. It is perfect for stir-fries, noodles, and even as a dipping sauce for appetizers. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy notes will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Whether you are a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to create the perfect Hunan beef sauce.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
HUNAN BEEF WITH CUMIN
This fragrant beef stir-fry is an adaptation of one found in Fuchsia Dunlop's "Revolutionary Chinese Cookbook," whose subject is the food of Sichuan's less celebrated eastern neighbor, Hunan province. Cumin, a spice rarely used in Chinese cooking, chiles, chile flakes and garlic create a heated yet sophisticated flavor profile.
Provided by Anne Mendelson
Categories easy, quick, main course
Time 25m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the wine, salt, soy sauces, potato starch or flour and one tablespoon water. Cut the beef across the grain into thin slices and add to marinade.
- In a wok, heat peanut oil to about 275 degrees. Add beef and stir gently for two to three minutes, then remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain well.
- Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of oil in wok. Over a high flame, add the ginger, garlic, fresh chilies, chili flakes and cumin and stir-fry briefly, until they are fragrant. Return beef to the wok and stir well, seasoning with salt to taste.
- When beef is sizzling and fragrant,add scallion greens and toss briefly. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1080, UnsaturatedFat 84 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 112 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Sodium 476 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 1 gram
STIR-FRIED BEEF IN SPICY HUNAN SAUCE
The sauce can't be beat for flavor, and like any stir-fry, the recipe works best if you have all of the ingredients/mixtures ready before you begin to cook. I like to serve this beef dish with rice and fresh,lightly steamed or stir-fried green beans or broccoli.
Provided by Northwest Lynnie
Categories Meat
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl and stir in the sliced beef; let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Mix Hunan Sauce ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
- After 20 minutes, drain the beef well, saving the marinade, and mix marinade into the Hunan Sauce bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the peanut oil in a skillet at medium-high heat.
- Stir fry the beef until it is cooked but still a bit rare.
- Remove beef onto a plate.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons peanut oil to the skillet and stir-fry the Hunan Sauce mixture until fragrant.
- Stir in the beef, heat through and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 91.8, Sodium 314.6, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 6.7, Protein 32.1
HUNAN BEEF
I love hunan beef but could not find any on this site. I found this by Lila Voo BellaOnline's Chinese Food Editor. I learned that Hunan is a region in China known for their hot and spicy food. This uses Thai chilies, so if you don't like heat, you may want to remove the seeds the first time you make this.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Meat
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Remove all the fat from the beef and partially freeze beef for ease in slicing.
- Cut it across the grain into thin 1½ inch slices.
- Place the beef slices in a container with a tight fitting lid and add the marinade in the following steps.
- First add the meat tenderizer by sprinkling it sparsely so that it hits each piece of meat.
- Next add the soy and stir.
- Then sprinkle on the cornstarch coating each piece.
- Finally add the oil and stir to coat all of the meat.
- Let the meat marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- While the meat marinates, chop the Thai chilies into tiny pieces, set them aside.
- Once the meat has marinated, velvet it by bringing a pot of water with the salt and just 1 tablespoon of the peanut oil to boil.
- Add the meat and let it cook for 1 minute, remove it with a slotted spoon and set it aside.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of peanut oil on high in a non stick pot or wok.
- Add the chilies and garlic and stir fry them for 1 minute.
- Add the beef, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce and sugar and stir fry everything for 1 more minute then remove the wok from the heat.
- Serve with steamed vegetables and rice.
HUNAN BEEF
Our Hunan Beef recipe is an authentic Chinese version of the dish, not the Americanized version. Try it to taste what Hunan Beef should really be like!
Provided by Bill
Categories Beef
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the sliced flank steak with the baking soda, water and oyster sauce. Massage these ingredients into the beef until any liquid has been absorbed by the meat. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Lightly dredge all of the beef slices in cornstarch. Set aside until ready to fry.
- Slice all the fresh peppers crosswise into thin slices on the diagonal. Set aside the dried red peppers. Do not break them open or chop unless you want a very spicy Hunan Beef!
- Stir the sugar into 2 tablespoons of hot water until dissolved. Add the Chinese black vinegar, soy sauce, and ground white pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.
- Heat your wok over high heat until smoking. Spread ⅓ cup oil around the wok, and sear the beef in three batches on both sides until browned and slightly crispy on the outside. Be sure the wok and oil are hot each time you add a batch of beef.
- Drain the crispy beef by moving it up to the side of the wok. The oil will drain to the bottom and you can then transfer the beef to a sheet pan or plate. No need for paper towels or wire racks!
- After frying the beef, leave about 2 tablespoons of the oil in the wok, and remove any excess. If your wok got burned in the frying process, this is a good time to wash it. While you want the beef flavor from frying, you definitely don't want burned bits in the stir-fry if you got carried away with the heat during frying.
- Set the wok over medium heat. Add the sliced ginger and fry until caramelized, about 30 seconds.
- Next, add the shallots. Continue to fry for another 30 seconds, and add the fresh peppers (except for the red holland or fresno peppers). Turn the heat up to high and stir-fry for 1 minute to get a nice sear on the peppers.
- Clear a section on the bottom of the wok, and add the dried chili peppers. Let them toast in the oil for 20 seconds. (If you want your dish spicier, add the dried chili peppers earlier, along with the shallots.)
- Next, pour the Shaoxing wine around the perimeter of the wok. Add the sliced garlic, fermented black beans, and the red Holland or Fresno peppers. Stir-fry for another 30 to 60 seconds on high heat.
- Next, add the fried beef and pour over the pre-prepared sauce. Maintain the highest heat possible and stir-fry everything together for 20 seconds. Add the scallions. Continue to stir fry until most--if not all--of the sauce has evaporated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 812 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HUNAN KUNG PAO
This recipe is similar to a famous food chain! Serve over thick noodles.
Provided by JANHAR64
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the chicken and shrimp in a mixing bowl along with 4 teaspoons of soy sauce, 4 teaspoons rice wine, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil. Sprinkle with cornstarch, and mix until evenly combined. Set aside to marinate for 25 minutes.
- Heat half of the vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Stir in the chicken and shrimp, and cook until the chicken has turned white on the outside and is still a bit pink in the center; about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and wipe the wok clean.
- Heat the remaining vegetable oil over high heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook for a few seconds until the garlic begins to turn brown. Stir in the dried chiles and Szechwan peppercorns; cook and stir a few seconds until the peppers begin to darken. Add the red and green bell peppers, dark soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice wine, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Bring to a boil, stir in the chicken, and cook until the peppers are nearly tender, and the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes more. Stir in the peanuts and green onion until the green onion becomes limp. Stir in a few drops of sesame oil to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 789.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 228 mg, Fat 51.9 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 59 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1736.3 mg, Sugar 6 g
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, gather and measure all of your ingredients and have them ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
- Use a Wok: If you have one, use a wok to cook the beef and vegetables. A wok is a large, round-bottom pan that allows for quick and even cooking.
- Marinate the Beef: Marinating the beef in a mixture of soy sauce, cornstarch, oil, and sugar for at least 30 minutes will help to tenderize it and give it extra flavor.
- Use High Heat: When cooking the beef and vegetables, use high heat to quickly sear the ingredients and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Add the Sauce Gradually: Add the Hunan sauce to the wok in stages, stirring constantly to prevent it from curdling.
- Serve Immediately: Hunan beef is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the dish is hot and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Hunan beef is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and tasty meal. With its bold flavors and tender beef, Hunan beef is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Hunan beef a try. You won't be disappointed!
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