Bo Luc Lac Recipe (Vietnamese Shaking Beef)
Bo Luc Lac Recipe, also known as Vietnamese Shaking Beef, is a flavourful stir-fry dish featuring tender cubes of beef marinated in a savoury-sweet sauce, then quickly seared to perfection. "Bo Luc Lac" translates to "shaking beef," referring to how the beef is shaken in the pan during cooking. Served with a fresh salad and a tangy lime dipping sauce, this dish is a delightful combination of textures and flavours that will transport your taste buds straight to Vietnam.
Equipment
- Large bowl – for marinating the beef
- Large skillet or wok – for stir-frying the beef
- Knife and cutting board – for prepping the ingredients
- Small bowl – for the lime dipping sauce
- Tongs or spatula – for stirring the beef
Ingredients
- For the Beef:
- 1 lb 450 g beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
- For the Salad:
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- For the Lime Dipping Sauce:
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Marinate the Beef:
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar or sweetener of choice and ground black pepper.
- Place the beef cubes and stir to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to marinate.
Steps to Create the Salad and Dipping Sauce:
- While the beef is marinating, use this time to start the salad by adding red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and mixed greens to a large bowl. Set aside.
- Whisk together lime juice with salt and black pepper in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce. Set aside.
Cook the Beef:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over high heat in a large skillet or wok.
- Add the marinated beef, shaking it so each side gets seared.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the meat is sealed on the outside but soft in the middle.
Serve:
- Plate the salad in a serving dish and spoon on the beef.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve with lime dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
Beef Selection: For the most tender results, use beef tenderloin or sirloin. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of your beef cubes.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with steamed jasmine rice or crusty baguette to soak up the savory sauce.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with steamed jasmine rice or crusty baguette to soak up the savory sauce.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.