Description
Savory beef in oyster sauce brings Chinese culinary magic to dinner tables with its rich, umami-packed flavors. Tender strips of beef bathe in a glossy, silky sauce that makes you crave another bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb (454 grams) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Sauce and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare a delicate batter by whisking cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper together. Incorporate beaten egg and water to create a smooth coating for beef strips sliced thinly against the grain.
- Warm vegetable oil in a wok or deep skillet to 350F, ensuring optimal temperature for frying. Carefully submerge battered beef strips in hot oil, cooking in small batches for 2-3 minutes until achieving a golden, crisp exterior. Transfer fried pieces onto paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- In a separate pan, warm sesame oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger until aromatic, approximately 1-2 minutes. Pour oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and liquid, stirring to create a harmonious blend.
- Allow sauce to simmer for 3-4 minutes, developing rich flavors. Introduce cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, cooking for an additional minute until reaching desired consistency.
- Gently fold crispy beef into the glossy sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Plate immediately over steamed rice or noodles, serving while hot and maintaining optimal texture.
Notes
- Slice beef against the grain to ensure tenderness and easier chewing during eating.
- Create a light, crispy coating by using a mixture of cornstarch and flour for maximum crunchiness.
- Maintain oil temperature around 350F to achieve golden, crisp exterior without greasy texture.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier version that controls salt intake without compromising flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg