Korean-Style Beef Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
- 200g ground beef
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 4 cloves red shallots
- 1 onion
- 1 stalk green onion
- 250 ml water
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt, to taste
- Sugar, to taste
- 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables: Peel, wash, and finely chop the red shallots, onion, and green onion.
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Marinate the Beef: Place the ground beef in a bowl and marinate with 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
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Cook the Aromatics: Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté the chopped red shallots, onion, and green onion until they become fragrant and slightly golden.
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Add the Beef: Add the marinated ground beef to the pan. Cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is fully cooked and has changed color.
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Season the Dish: Stir in the oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, soy sauce, ground black pepper, salt, and sugar to taste. Mix well to combine the flavors.
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Simmer: Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Allow it to simmer gently.
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Thicken the Sauce: Prepare a slurry by mixing the all-purpose flour with a small amount of water. Stir the slurry into the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
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Serve: Once the sauce has thickened, remove the pan from the heat. Serve the Korean-style beef stir-fry hot with steamed rice or as a side dish.
Enjoy your delicious and savory Korean-inspired beef stir-fry, perfect for a satisfying meal or a delightful addition to any dinner table!
