How to Perfectly Cook Stir-Fried Beef with Asparagus Lettuce in Chicken Sauce?

Q: Can I marinate the beef for longer than 30 minutes?
A: Yes, marinating for a longer period can enhance the flavor, but don’t exceed 2 hours to maintain the texture of the beef.

Q: Is it necessary to blanch the asparagus lettuce?
A: Blanching asparagus lettuce makes it tender and easier to stir-fry, preserving its bright color.

Q: Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?
A: Absolutely! While beef is traditional, you can substitute it with chicken or pork, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.

Stir-Fried Beef with Asparagus Lettuce in Chicken Sauce

Notes

Ingredients:
  • 1 Asparagus Lettuce
  • 10g Red Bell Pepper
  • 180g Beef
  • 20g Ginger
  • 3 Tablespoons Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Salt
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Chicken Sauce (Tai Tai Le Xian Chicken Sauce)
  • 1 Clove Garlic
  • A pinch of Cornstarch
  • A pinch of Soy Sauce
Instructions:
  1. Slice the beef and mix with ginger, cornstarch, oil, and soy sauce.
  2. Add Tai Tai Le Xian Chicken Sauce to the beef and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry the beef until it changes color, then remove it from the pan.
  4. Blanch the asparagus lettuce in boiling water with a pinch of salt for two minutes, then remove.
  5. Heat oil in the pan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  6. Add the asparagus lettuce and stir-fry evenly.
  7. Add the red pepper strips.
  8. Stir in Tai Tai Le Xian Chicken Sauce.
  9. Return the beef to the pan, add a bit of soy sauce, and stir-fry evenly.
  10. Serve the dish hot.
Nutrition:
  • Calories: Moderate
  • Protein: High
  • Fiber: Moderate
  • Sodium: Moderate
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