SHAKING BEEF
This savory-sweet stir-fry, known as bo luc lac or "dice" in Vietnamese, gets its English name from the constant shaking of the pan performed by the cook while browning the meat. It can be tough work to move the hot wok constantly, and the intense heat can burn the ingredients in a wink. This recipe, adapted from the one served at Slanted Door, Charles Phan's immensely popular Vietnamese restaurant in San Francisco, has been simplified for the home cook. Once the meat is marinated, it is quick work - 20 minutes from start to finish - but don't try to expedite matters further by dumping all of the meat into the wok at once. Cook the meat in two batches (a pound at a time) so you get a nice, crisp sear.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, weekday, times classics, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Marinate meat with garlic, half the sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1 tablespoon oil for about 2 hours. (Refrigerate if your kitchen is very warm.) Meanwhile, combine vinegar, remaining sugar, wine, soy sauce and fish sauce. Taste, and add salt and pepper if necessary. Mix about 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
- Divide the meat into 2 portions, and do the same with the onion and scallions. Put a wok or a large skillet over maximum heat, and add about 2 tablespoons oil. When the oil smokes, add the meat in one layer. Let it sit until a brown crust forms, and turn to brown the other side. Browning should take less than 5 minutes. Add half the onion and half the scallions, and cook, stirring, about 30 seconds. Add about half the vinegar mixture, and shake pan to release the beef, stirring if necessary. Add half the butter, and shake pan until butter melts. Remove meat, and repeat.
- Serve beef over watercress or lettuce leaves, passing salt and pepper mixture and lime wedges at the table.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 626, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 18 grams, Sodium 1123 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Kareem Bassam
[email protected]This was my first time making shaking beef, and it turned out great! I was a little intimidated by the recipe at first, but it was actually very easy to follow. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making t
stevie mclean
[email protected]This shaking beef recipe was amazing! The beef was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This shaking beef recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The beef was tough and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this shaking beef recipe. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Md.Shakib Kabir
[email protected]This shaking beef recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful.
Ala Alasbah
[email protected]I made this shaking beef for my family, and they loved it! The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Jamal Badsha
[email protected]This shaking beef recipe was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The beef was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Beth Reuben
[email protected]I've tried several shaking beef recipes, and this one is by far the best. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sage Cousan
[email protected]This shaking beef recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The beef was tough and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.
Monica Ramirez
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this shaking beef recipe. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Reilly Hitching
[email protected]This shaking beef recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of flavors in the sauce.
Abdulmalik AbdulRahman
[email protected]I made this shaking beef for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The beef was tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfect.
Dennis Fletcher
[email protected]The shaking beef was a little too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful.
Lily Par
[email protected]This was my first time making shaking beef, and it turned out great! I was a little intimidated by the recipe at first, but it was actually very easy to follow. The beef was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making t
Prince Jah
[email protected]I've made this shaking beef recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The beef is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it with jasmine rice and stir-fried vegetables.
Ali Mohammedawol
[email protected]This shaking beef recipe was an absolute delight! The beef was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family raved about it, and I will definitely be making i