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Beef with Oyster Sauce

Savory Beef with Oyster Sauce: Quick, Easy & Gluten-Free Stir-Fry

This gluten-free Beef with Oyster Sauce recipe brings savory flavors to your table in a quick stir-fry.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Beef flank steak (or skirt steak) Can substitute with chicken or shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Tenderizes the beef
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Light soy sauce Use gluten-free version for dietary needs
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut oil Suitable for marinating and stir-frying
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens sauce; arrowroot as gluten-free swap
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 3 tablespoons Oyster sauce Key flavor component
  • 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce Enhances color and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Balances savory flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil Adds nutty aroma; optional
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium White onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 3 cloves Garlic Essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Zesty kick; use ground ginger if needed
For the Vegetables
  • 1 bunch Asparagus (or other fresh vegetables) Bell peppers or snap peas are good alternatives

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Marinate the Beef
  1. Combine sliced beef, baking soda, light soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl. Toss to coat and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
Mix the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and remaining cornstarch until smooth.
Stir-fry the Beef
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add peanut oil and then the marinated beef. Cook for 1-2 minutes until browned; then transfer to a plate.
Cook the Aromatics
  1. Add more peanut oil if needed, then toss in chopped onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Vegetables
  1. Add asparagus (or vegetables) and cook for about 1 minute until slightly softened.
Combine and Thicken
  1. Pour the sauce into the skillet with beef and vegetables. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Check labels for gluten-free assurance with oyster sauce and soy sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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