Aromatic Garlic & Celery Beef Stir-fry (Thịt Bò Xào Cần Tỏi)
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A quick, fragrant stir-fry that's a staple in Vietnamese home cooking.
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Marinate the Beef
In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with all the marinade ingredients: oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of oil. Mix thoroughly and set aside to marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
Prepare the Vegetables
While the beef is marinating, prepare your vegetables. Wash the celery and slice it diagonally into bite-sized pieces. Peel and slice the onion. Mince the garlic and ginger.
Sear the Beef
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil. When the oil is shimmering, add half of the minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the marinated beef to the wok in a single layer. Sear quickly on high heat, stirring for 1-2 minutes until the beef is about 80% cooked. Immediately remove the beef from the wok and set it aside on a plate.
Stir-fry the Vegetables
Return the wok to the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the rest of the garlic and ginger, followed by the sliced onions. Stir-fry for about a minute until the onions start to soften. Add the celery and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the celery is vibrant green and crisp-tender.
Combine and Serve
Return the seared beef and any accumulated juices back to the wok with the vegetables. Toss everything together quickly for about 30 seconds to a minute to heat through. Season with a little extra salt or fish sauce if needed.
Garnish and Enjoy
Turn off the heat, sprinkle with a generous amount of black pepper, and give it one last toss. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired, and serve immediately with hot jasmine rice.
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