Asian Stir-Fried Beef with Bamboo Shots & Cashew
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
1 serving
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Asian Stir-Fried Beef with Bamboo Shots & Cashew
Description
The dish begins with ribeye beef sliced thinly and marinated in soy sauce, ginger, finely chopped chili pepper, baking soda, and cornstarch. Baking soda tenderizes the meat while cornstarch helps create a smooth texture in the stir-fry. The rice is washed, boiled, then mixed with a dressing of vinegar, salt, and powdered sugar to give it a slight tang and subtle sweetness.
In a hot wok with cooking oil, the beef is quickly stir-fried until browned. Bamboo shoots and cashews are added towards the end to contribute crunch and mild flavor. Additional soy sauce seasons the stir-fry. Thinly sliced green onions top the dish for a fresh note.
This preparation yields a balance of tender, flavorful beef with contrasting textures from the bamboo shoots and cashews. The vinegar-seasoned rice enhances the overall dish by adding brightness and a touch of sweetness, complementing the savory stir-fry.
Ingredients
- 150 g ribeye beef (sirloin or flank steak can be used as well)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 0.5 cm ginger 1/4 of an inch
- 1/2 Chili pepper
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp cornstarch
- 80 g bamboo shoot
- 20 g cashews
- 20 ml neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 green onion (for garnishing)
- 150 g white rice
- 30 ml vinegar
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cut the ribeye beef steak into thin slices and marinate in the soy sauce, ginger, finely chopped chili, and a little baking soda and cornstarch.
- Baking soda makes the steak very tender while the cornstarch helps give everything a velvety texture.
- Wash the rice well and boil in about 250 ml (1 cup) of hot water. Cook with the lid on over low heat until the rice absorbs all the water, then transfer to a bowl and mix with the dressing made from the vinegar, salt and sugar.
- When the rice is ready, heat a wok and quickly fry the ribeye with a little cooking oil on high heat. After browning the meat, add the cashews and bamboo shoots, and another teaspoon of soy sauce.
- Slice the green onions thinly and utilize them for garnishing.
Notes
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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