Asparagus And Beef Recipe

Name: Asparagus And Beef Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Fermented black beans, (Chinese); 1 x Garlic clove; 1 1/2 lb Asparagus, sliced diagonally In 1/2-in. pcs; 2 c. Boiling water; 1/4 c. Oil; 1/2 lb Flank steak, thinly sliced; 1 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 c. Chicken stock; 1 Tbsp. Cornstarch; 1/2 tsp Sugar; 1 Tbsp. Water

Servings: persons

1
Soak black beans in hot water a few min.
2
Drain and mash beans with garlic.
3
Drop asparagus in boiling water and boil 2 min.
4
Drain immediately.
5
Heat 2 Tbsp.
6
oil in skillet or possibly wok till very warm.
7
Add in beef, stir quickly, then remove from pan.
8
Add in remaining oil to skillet and heat.
9
Add in bean mix and stir over high heat for a few seconds.
10
Add in salt and asparagus.
11
Stir-fry 1 minute.
12
Add in chicken stock, cover and cook 2 min.
13
Mix cornstarch, sugar and water and stir into meat mix.
14
Stir till sauce is thick and smooth.
15
Add in beef and blend quickly.

1489

kcal

Calories

146

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. Fermented black beans, (Chinese), 1 x Garlic clove, 1 1/2 lb Asparagus, sliced diagonally In 1/2-in. pcs, 2 c. Boiling water, and more.

Yes, Asparagus And Beef Recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!