Vietnamese Shaking Beef - Bo Luc Lac Recipe

Name: Vietnamese Shaking Beef - Bo Luc Lac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean sirloin steaks, cubed; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon fish sauce; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 teaspoons olive oil; 1 onion, sliced; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 dash black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups watercress leaves

Servings: persons

1
Mix together garlic, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and 2 teaspoons of the olive oil in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
2
Add beef and allow to marinate for 30 minutes or more.
3
Mix together black pepper and vinegar and marinate onion in this mixture for 10-15 minutes.
4
Then combine onion mixture with the oil and toss.
5
Arrange watercress on a plate and spread onion on top.
6
Heat remaining oil in a pan and stir-fry marinated beef until seared to desired doneness, being careful not to overcook.
7
Spread beef over onions on watercress and serve.

248

kcal

Calories

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: 1/2 lb lean sirloin steaks, cubed, 6 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon fish sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese Shaking Beef - Bo Luc Lac falls under the Seafood 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!

Vietnamese Shaking Beef - Bo Luc Lac

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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