Vietnamese-style pepper beef and spinach is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The beef is marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and fish sauce, then stir-fried with tender spinach and a sweet and tangy sauce. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table, and it can be easily customized to your liking.
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VIETNAMESE STYLE PEPPER BEEF AND SPINACH
Or, "Rau Muong Xao Voi Thit Bo." In Vietnam, the spinach used would be "rau muong" or "water spinach." Here in the states, though, I've made it with sautéed beef and regular spinach (although if you can find actual rau muong, that much the better). Delicious! This recipe is adapted from the "Rau Muong Xao" recipe available here on Zaar (you can read my review, there) and throughout the internet. :)
Provided by Julesong
Categories Spinach
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim excess fat from meat and slice thinly (which is easier when meat is slightly frozen) against the grain.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped onion, sliced meat, 1/2 teaspoon of the black pepper, 2 teaspoons of the fish sauce, and the cornstarch; stir well to coat and set aside to marinate (the cornstarch tenderizes and makes the meat "velvety").
- Over high temperature, heat a large skillet or wok and - when the skillet is very hot - add the oil ("hot wok, cold oil, food won't stick"); add the marinated meat mixture and sauté until the meat is cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove cooked mixture from skillet and set aside.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the pan and stir fry the minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Add spinach leaves and stir fry for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add remaining 4 teaspoons fish sauce and tomato, and stir fry 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked meat mixture and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the skillet, combine well, and cook until heated through and sauce comes to desired consistency (the cornstarch will effect the consistency - you can add a bit of water, broth, or sherry if it becomes thicker than you'd like).
- Serve immediately with hot cooked jasmine rice.
- Note: I've been told that "the recipe is not exactly Vietnamese, since we actually use minced pork to stir fry water spinach; beef is always more expensive than pork at home - the good cuts are often on their own, or cooked with minimal side ingredients; other cuts go into stews and soups" so feel free to try this with pork, too!
- Also, when I first made this recipe I really wasn't expecting too much from it - it came out much tastier than I expected, an absolute keeper (especially according to my husband)!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.4, Fat 37.6, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 42.1, Sodium 765.5, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 9.9
VIETNAMESE BEEF AND SPINACH SOUP
Peppery spinach, tender beef fillet and a flavoursome broth make Ken Hom's quick to cook Vietnamese Soup a sensation. This light soup is typical of the subtle cuisine of Vietnam. It is easy to make, and many of the steps can be done in advance.
Provided by English_Rose
Categories Clear Soup
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and blanch the spinach leaves for a few seconds until they are just wilted. Drain well and refresh in cold water to prevent further cooking. Drain again, squeezing out excess water.
- Combine the steak strips with the shallots, garlic, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce and a grinding of black pepper, and then set aside.
- Just before you are ready to eat, bring the chicken broth to a simmer in a large saucepan and stir in the remaining fish sauce, together with the lemon juice, sugar and chili.
- Stir in the blanched spinach and the beef, with its marinade.
- Bring the soup back to simmering point; add another good grinding of black pepper and serve at once.
ASIAN GROUND BEEF AND PEPPER SAUTE
This ground beef dish is served over jasmine rice and combines the flavors of garlic, soy, and ginger with a hint of heat. A perfect one dish meal!
Provided by amanda1432
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring the rice and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the ground beef until evenly browned. Drain, and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Stir in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, parsley, garlic and ginger. Season with red pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until tender.
- Return the beef to the skillet. Mix in the beef stock, soy sauce, chile paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook and stir until thickened and heated through. Serve over the cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 413.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
VIETNAMESE SHAKING BEEF RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: thick rib eye steak, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, freshly ground black pepper, granulated sugar, white vinegar, water, red onion, watercress, roma tomatoes, vegetable oil, fresh cilantro, white rice
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, garlic, brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and black pepper. Toss to combine. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- In small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, white vinegar, and water. Add the red onion slices and coat the red onions in the dressing thoroughly. Set aside to soak.
- On a platter, arrange the watercress and tomato slices.
- Preheat a large wok or skillet over high heat, then add the vegetable oil. When the oil is shimmering, swirl the oil around in the pan. Add half of the beef cubes and sear on all sides, shaking the pan, until the meat is slightly charred and medium rare, 3-5 minutes. Set the meat aside and repeat with remaining beef.
- Arrange the beef on the bed of watercress and tomatoes. Top with the dressed red onions and fresh cilantro.
- Serve with domed white rice. For a full meal, serve alongside Vietnamese crepes, spring rolls, and banh mi sandwiches.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 8 grams
CHINESE PEPPER STEAK
A delicious meal, served with boiled white rice, that's easy and made from items that I've already got in my cupboards! My mother clipped this recipe from somewhere and it became a specialty of mine; however, I've been unable to find the original source.
Provided by Kim Wilson
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Slice the steak into 1/2-inch thick slices across the grain.
- Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and ginger in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Place the steak slices into the marinade, and stir until well-coated.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, and place 1/3 of the steak strips into the hot oil. Cook and stir until the beef is well-browned, about 3 minutes, and remove the beef from the wok to a bowl. Repeat twice more, with the remaining beef, and set the cooked beef aside.
- Return all the cooked beef to the hot wok, and stir in the onion. Toss the beef and onion together until the onion begins to soften, about 2 minutes, then stir in the green pepper. Cook and stir the mixture until the pepper has turned bright green and started to become tender, about 2 minutes, then add the tomatoes, stir everything together, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 972.4 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
Tips:
- When choosing beef for this recipe, look for flank steak or skirt steak. These cuts are thin and flavorful, and they cook quickly.
- Be sure to slice the beef against the grain. This will help to make it more tender.
- To make the marinade, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and pepper. Pour the marinade over the beef and let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- When cooking the beef, be sure to heat the pan over high heat. This will help to sear the meat and lock in the juices.
- Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes per side, or until it is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- To make the sauce, whisk together the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the beef and spinach to the sauce and cook until the spinach is wilted.
- Serve the Vietnamese-Style Pepper Beef and Spinach over rice.
Conclusion:
This Vietnamese-Style Pepper Beef and Spinach is a quick and easy dish that is packed with flavor. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the spinach is wilted and tender. The sauce is slightly sweet and spicy, and it perfectly complements the beef and spinach. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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