Chinese Greens and Beef
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful Chinese Greens and Beef recipe, a vibrant stir-fry that combines tender slices of marinated beef with crisp, nutrient-packed bok choy or gai lan. Featuring a savory sauce crafted from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of shaoxing wine, this quick dish bursts with authentic Chinese flavors while remaining accessible for home cooks. The aromatic combination of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil enhances the dish’s depth, while the simple stir-frying technique ensures it comes together in just 30 minutes. Serve this delicious stir-fry over steamed rice or noodles for a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy evenings or casual dining. Essential keywords: Chinese greens, beef stir-fry, quick Chinese recipes, bok choy, authentic stir-fry recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams beef (flank or sirloin, thinly sliced)
- 300 grams Chinese greens (bok choy or gai lan, washed and chopped into 2-inch pieces)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon shaoxing wine (Chinese cooking wine)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable, canola)
- 60 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and sugar. Stir until the cornstarch dissolves.
Place the sliced beef in a separate bowl and pour half of the sauce mixture over the beef. Mix well to coat, then let it marinate for 15 minutes.
In a wok or large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the Chinese greens to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they start to wilt.
Return the cooked beef to the wok and pour in the remaining sauce mixture, along with 60 milliliters of water and 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce. Stir everything together to coat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the greens are tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the stir-fry and give it a final toss.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 906 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 613 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
