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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Tender Beef with Secret Technique
Discover the secret to incredibly tender beef that melts in your mouth like butter with this quick and easy recipe. This Asian-inspired dish utilizes a simple tenderizing method and fast cooking, making it perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.
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#Tender Meat
#Quick Recipe
#Easy Dinner
#Asian Cuisine
#Weeknight Meal
#Stir-fry
Perfectly cooked tender beef
Recipe Information
10m
Prep Time
8m
Cook Time
18m
Total Time
3
Servings
Easy
Asian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
450
Calories
45g
Protein
8g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Plated dish with garnish
Ingredients
Servings: 3
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Beef simmering in sauce
Instructions
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- Prepare the beef by slicing it thinly against the grain into uniform strips. This helps with tenderness.2m
Preview2mPreviewPrepare the beef by slicing it thinly against the grain into uniform strips. This helps with tenderness. - In a medium bowl, combine the beef strips with baking soda, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Mix thoroughly to coat all the meat. Let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes at room temperature, or longer in the refrigerator for maximum tenderness.2m
Preview2mPreviewIn a medium bowl, combine the beef strips with baking soda, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Mix thoroughly to coat all the meat. Let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes at room temperature, or longer in the refrigerator for maximum tenderness. - While the beef marinates, prepare your aromatics: mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the green onions for garnish later.3m
Preview3mPreviewWhile the beef marinates, prepare your aromatics: mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the green onions for garnish later. - Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until it's shimmering and just starting to smoke. This ensures a good sear.1m
Preview1mPreviewHeat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until it's shimmering and just starting to smoke. This ensures a good sear. - Add the marinated beef to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until beautifully browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.5m
Preview5mPreviewAdd the marinated beef to the hot pan in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until beautifully browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside. - Add the minced garlic and ginger to the same pan (add a tiny bit more oil if needed). Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.1m
Preview1mPreviewAdd the minced garlic and ginger to the same pan (add a tiny bit more oil if needed). Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. - Pour in the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and broth or water. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate into the sauce.1m
Preview1mPreviewPour in the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and broth or water. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to incorporate into the sauce. - Return the cooked beef to the pan and toss it gently to coat evenly with the sauce. Drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame oil for an extra layer of flavor.1mPreview1mPreviewReturn the cooked beef to the pan and toss it gently to coat evenly with the sauce. Drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame oil for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve the tender beef immediately, garnished generously with the sliced green onions. It pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles.1mPreview1mPreviewServe the tender beef immediately, garnished generously with the sliced green onions. It pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles.
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