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Beef with Oyster Sauce

Savor Homemade Beef with Oyster Sauce in 30 Minutes

Enjoy this delicious Beef with Oyster Sauce recipe that brings wonderful flavors to your table in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Beef Flank Steak/Skirt Steak Substitute with chicken or shrimp if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Use sparingly to avoid mushiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Ideal for high-heat cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium is preferable.
  • 1/4 cup Oyster Sauce The key ingredient.
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce Optional for richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances savory flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Enhances flavor.
For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 cup White Onion/Shallots Green onions can be substituted.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated.
  • 2 cups Asparagus/Seasonal Veggies Bell peppers or bok choy are great alternatives.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Marinate the beef by combining it with baking soda, light soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce by whisking chicken broth, oyster sauce, light and dark soy sauces, sugar, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  3. Cook the marinated beef in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown.
  4. Stir-fry diced white onion, minced garlic, and fresh ginger in the skillet for 2 minutes until onion is translucent.
  5. Add asparagus or seasonal vegetables and stir-fry for about 1 minute until vibrant and tender.
  6. Combine the beef and vegetables with the prepared sauce, stirring for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  7. Serve the Beef with Oyster Sauce over rice or noodles, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate beef for no more than 15 minutes to prevent a mushy texture. Sear beef in a hot skillet for best flavor. Adjust sauce seasoning to taste.

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