Beef With Bean Sprouts Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of China with this quick and easy Beef with Bean Sprouts recipe! This delicious stir-fry is perfect as a main course or part of a larger Chinese feast. Tender beef, crisp-tender bean sprouts, and a savory sauce combine for a meal that's ready in under 30 minutes. Get your wok sizzling!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 566.3 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Beef With Bean Sprouts

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beef With Bean Sprouts

  • 1 lb sliced beef
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • Tapioca Starch
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • Bean Sprouts
  • Carrot
  • Celery
  • Green Pepper
  • Minced Ginger
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • Green Onion
  • Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional)
  • Salt
  • Rice Wine
  • Sesame Seed Oil
  • Water

How to Make Beef With Bean Sprouts

  1. Marinate sliced beef (1 lb) with 2 tablespoons light soy sauce and 1 tablespoon tapioca starch or cornstarch for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Heat your wok or large skillet over high heat.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil to the hot wok.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/2 cup chopped onion. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned and cooked through (about 3-5 minutes).
  6. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
  7. Add 1 cup bean sprouts, 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper (any color), and 1/4 cup chopped scallions to the wok. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  8. Return the beef to the wok. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional), 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
  9. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

107g

Carbs

3g

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