Vietnamese Shaking Beef (Print Version)
Juicy marinated beef seared with peppers and onions, accompanied by fresh greens and tangy lime sauce.
# What You Need:
→ For the Beef
01 - 1.1 lb beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into 3/4 in cubes
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp oyster sauce
04 - 1 tbsp fish sauce
05 - 1 tbsp sugar
06 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
→ For Stir-Frying
09 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
10 - 1 medium red onion, sliced into wedges
11 - 1 small green bell pepper, cut into chunks
12 - 1 small red bell pepper, cut into chunks
13 - 2 spring onions, cut into 2 in lengths
→ For the Lime Dipping Sauce
14 - 1 lime, juiced
15 - 1/2 tsp salt
16 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
→ To Serve
17 - 3.5 oz watercress or baby greens
18 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
19 - Steamed jasmine rice (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine beef cubes with soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, black pepper, minced garlic, and 1 tbsp oil in a large bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor penetration.
02 - Whisk together lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until salt dissolves completely. Set aside at room temperature for serving.
03 - Layer watercress and tomato slices attractively on a large serving platter. Set aside while preparing the beef.
04 - Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until oil shimmers and begins to smoke slightly.
05 - Arrange marinated beef in a single layer without overcrowding. Sear undisturbed for 1 minute to develop a deep brown crust on the first side.
06 - Shake the pan vigorously or stir-fry beef rapidly for 2-3 minutes until browned on all sides but still pink and juicy in the center.
07 - Add onion wedges and bell pepper chunks. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Add spring onions and toss for 30 seconds.
08 - Transfer hot beef and vegetables immediately onto the prepared platter over watercress and tomatoes. Serve with lime dipping sauce and steamed jasmine rice alongside.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The high heat sear creates those irresistible crispy edges while keeping the inside meltingly tender
- That lime pepper sauce transforms everything it touches, making each bite feel alive
02 -
- Crowding the pan will steam your beef instead of searing it, work in batches if necessary
- Letting the beef sear undisturbed for that first minute is what creates those restaurant quality caramelized edges
03 -
- Dry your beef cubes thoroughly before marinating, excess water creates steam and prevents proper searing
- Cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so everything cooks at the same rate