Tender Beef and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry
Quick & Easy 10-Minute Recipe: Savory Beef and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry (Perfect for Rice Bowls & Snacks!)
Wondering what to make for dinner tonight? We’re sharing a recipe for a ‘Beef and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry’ that you can whip up in no time. Fresh bean sprouts and tender beef come together for a delightful texture, and a simple sauce creates a wonderfully rich flavor. It’s fantastic served over rice for a hearty meal, or as a light snack with drinks. Experience the best taste with minimal ingredients and time!
Main Ingredients
- Beef (for bulgogi or sirloin) 150g
- Bean sprouts 2 handfuls (approx. 200g)
- 1/2 Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
Savory Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Cooking wine or Soju (to remove gamey odor)
- 0.5 Tbsp Sugar
- Pinch of Black pepper
- 2 Tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Cooking wine or Soju (to remove gamey odor)
- 0.5 Tbsp Sugar
- Pinch of Black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by preparing the key to a delicious stir-fry: the sauce! In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine or soju, 0.5 tablespoon of sugar, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well. Preparing this beforehand will save you time during cooking.
Step 2
Now, heat your pan over medium-low heat with a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the thinly sliced onion and minced garlic. Sauté them until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, making sure they don’t burn. This step is crucial for developing the aromatic base.
Step 3
Once the onions and garlic are tender, add the prepared beef to the pan. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry quickly. Cook until the beef is no longer pink and is fully cooked through. Cooking over high heat helps to lock in the juices, keeping the beef tender and moist.
Step 4
As soon as the beef is no longer pink, add the washed bean sprouts to the pan. Be careful not to overcook the bean sprouts, as they can become mushy if cooked for too long. Add them and cook briefly.
Step 5
Stir-fry just until the bean sprouts begin to wilt slightly. The key is to keep them crisp! Once the bean sprouts are lightly cooked, pour in the prepared sauce evenly over the ingredients.
Step 6
Continue to stir-fry for about 1 minute, allowing the sauce to coat all the ingredients and meld the flavors. If you find the taste is not quite right, you can add a little more oyster sauce to adjust the seasoning. Oyster sauce adds a wonderful umami depth.
Step 7
Serve this delicious stir-fry over hot rice for a satisfying meal, or enjoy it as a delightful snack with a cold drink. Create a wonderful meal with this simple and quick ‘Beef and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry’!
