Shaking Beef with Pea Shoot Salad Recipe

Name: Shaking Beef with Pea Shoot Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 3/4-inch dice; 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce; Freshly ground pepper; 1/2 medium onion, very thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; Salt; 6 ounces baby pea shoots

Servings: persons

1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 3/4-inch dice
2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 medium onion, very thinly sliced
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt
6 ounces baby pea shoots

1
In a bowl, toss the beef with 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of garlic, 2 teaspoons of sugar and the fish sauce; season with pepper.
2
Let stand.
3
In a bowl, toss the onion and vinegar.
4
In another bowl, mix the soy sauce with the olive oil and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sugar.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
In a wok, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat until smoking.
7
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of garlic and 1/4 teaspoon of salt; cook until golden, about 30 seconds.
8
Add half of the meat and cook for 3 minutes without stirring; turn and cook 1 minute longer.
9
Transfer to a plate; cook the second batch.
10
Return the meat to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
11
On a large platter, toss the pea shoots with the onion and the soy dressing.
12
Spoon the beef on top and serve.

418

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 3/4-inch dice, 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Shaking Beef with Pea Shoot Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shaking Beef with Pea Shoot Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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