Hey there, foodies! Today I’m super excited to share one of my absolute favorite Vietnamese recipes that’ll make your taste buds dance – Bò Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef)! Trust me, once you try this, you’ll be shaking things up in your kitchen more often! 😉
Let me tell you, this dish has a special place in my heart. Every time I make it, my husband practically sprints to the dinner table, and my kids? They’ve stopped asking for takeout! That’s what I call a mom win!
This restaurant-quality dish combines tender beef cubes with a heavenly sauce that’s perfectly balanced between savory and sweet. The best part? You don’t need to be a master chef to nail this recipe!
Here’s what you’ll need (serves 4):
– 2 lbs beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 5 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Fresh ground black pepper
– 2 red onions, sliced
– Butter lettuce and watercress for serving
– Rice (because duh!)
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Now, let’s get cooking (while wearing cute aprons, of course):
1. First, marinate those beef cubes with minced garlic, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, and black pepper. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes (perfect time to catch up on your favorite show!).
1. Heat up your wok or large skillet until it’s smoking hot. And I mean HOT hot – like your high school crush hot! 🔥
1. Add a tablespoon of oil and sear the beef in batches. Here’s where the “shaking” comes in – toss and shake that pan like you’re dancing to your favorite song! Cook each batch for about 2-3 minutes until medium-rare.
1. Add those sliced onions and give everything a final shake until the onions are slightly softened but still crisp.
Serve this beauty over a bed of watercress and butter lettuce, with steamed rice on the side. The contrast between the hot, savory beef and the cool, crisp greens is _chef’s kiss_ perfection!
Pro tip: Want to really impress your guests? Whip up a quick dipping sauce with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Trust me, it takes this dish from amazing to absolutely incredible!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved my dinner parties! It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but fancy enough to serve to guests who think you’ve been slaving away in the kitchen all day (don’t worry, I won’t tell! 😉).
If you’ve made it this far and you’re drooling (I know I am!), don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know if you’ll be trying this recipe! And pretty please with fish sauce on top, follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering recipes that’ll make your family think you’ve been secretly training with a Vietnamese grandmother!
Remember, cooking is all about having fun and making memories in the kitchen. So put on your favorite playlist, pour yourself a glass of wine (cooking essential!), and get ready to shake it up!
Until next time, happy cooking, beautiful people! Don’t forget to share your cooking adventures in the comments – I absolutely love seeing your creations! 💖
