Vietnamese Shaking Beef – Bo Luc Lac 🥩
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Description
This delightful dish, Vietnamese Shaking Beef or Bo Luc Lac, is a refreshing blend of succulent beef, vibrant watercress, and marinated onions. 🌿 It’s a versatile delight, perfect as an appetizer to share or as a light and satisfying entree for one or two. 🍽️ Dive into the flavors of Vietnam with this easy-to-make stir-fry!
Recipe Category
Steak 🥩
Keywords
Greens, Onions, Vegetable, Meat, Vietnamese, Asian, Less than 60 Minutes, Stir Fry
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 clove | Garlic |
| 6 tbsp | Fish sauce |
| 1 tbsp | Sugar |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 cup | Olive oil, divided |
| 3 | Onions |
| 1 tbsp | Rice vinegar |
| 1/2 tsp | Black pepper |
| 1 bunch | Watercress leaves |
| 1 lb | Beef, thinly sliced (such as sirloin or ribeye) |
Marinating Beef:
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Mix together garlic, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. 🧄🐟🥄
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Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated well. 🥩💼 Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or longer for enhanced flavor.
Marinating Onions:
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In another bowl, mix together black pepper and rice vinegar. 🌶️🍚
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Thinly slice the onions and place them in the pepper-vinegar mixture. Let them marinate for 10-15 minutes to soften and infuse with flavor.
Cooking Instructions:
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Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. 🍳🔥
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Add the marinated onions to the pan, sautéing until they are slightly caramelized and fragrant. This should take about 3-5 minutes. 🧅🍳
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Remove the onions from the pan and set them aside. 🍲
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Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan. 🌿
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Place the marinated beef slices into the hot pan, ensuring they are in a single layer. 🥩🍳
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Sear the beef on one side until it develops a beautiful golden crust, about 2-3 minutes. 🌟
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Flip the beef slices and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes for medium-rare doneness, or longer if you prefer your beef more well-done. 🥩🍳
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Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. 🍽️🧻
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Arrange a bed of fresh watercress leaves on a serving platter. 🌿🍽️
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Top the watercress with the marinated onions, creating a flavorful base for the beef. 🧅🌿
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Finally, place the seared beef slices on top of the onions. 🥩🧅🌿
Serving:
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Vietnamese Shaking Beef, or Bo Luc Lac, is best enjoyed immediately while the beef is still warm and tender. 🍲🥩
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Serve this vibrant dish with steamed rice or crispy rice paper to wrap the beef and vegetables for a delightful contrast of textures. 🍚🌯
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Garnish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and a drizzle of extra fish sauce if desired. 🌶️🍶
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Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of this classic Vietnamese dish! 🇻🇳🍽️
Notes:
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For added freshness, you can also serve Vietnamese Shaking Beef with a side of pickled vegetables, such as daikon and carrots.
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Don’t hesitate to customize the dish to your taste! Adjust the level of black pepper, fish sauce, or sugar to suit your preferences.
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This dish is traditionally served family-style, allowing everyone to dig in and enjoy the savory goodness together. 🥢👨👩👧👦
Enjoy this Vietnamese Shaking Beef – Bo Luc Lac recipe, a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Vietnam! 🌟🇻🇳 Bon appétit! 🍲🥢
