Shaking Beef Bo Luc Lac

Experience the bold flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with Shaking Beef (Bò Lúc Lắc), a tantalizing stir-fry dish that combines tender cubes of beef sirloin or tenderloin with a savory marinade of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Known for its signature "shaking" technique, the beef is seared in a hot skillet until caramelized and juicy, then paired with sweet red onion wedges for a touch of natural sweetness. Served over a bed of crisp fresh greens like watercress or arugula, and accompanied by a zesty lime-pepper dipping sauce, this dish is a perfect balance of rich umami flavors and bright, tangy accents. Ready in just 30 minutes, Shaking Beef is ideal for an easy yet impressive meal that showcases the essence of Vietnamese home cooking. Whether you pair it with steamed rice or enjoy it as is, this recipe will quickly become a new favorite for any dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef sirloin or tenderloin
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 1 medium Red onion, cut into wedges
• 100 grams Fresh greens (e.g., watercress or arugula)
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, black pepper, and rice vinegar to create the marinade.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour for maximum flavor.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat and add the cooking oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the marinated beef cubes in a single layer. Sear the beef for about 1-2 minutes on each side, shaking the pan to turn the beef and ensure even cooking. Do this in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 6

Push the beef to one side of the pan and add the red onion wedges. Stir-fry the onions for 2 minutes until slightly softened and caramelized, then mix them with the beef.

Step 7

Remove the beef and onions from the skillet and transfer to a serving dish.

Step 8

Prepare the lime-pepper dipping sauce by squeezing the juice of 1 lime into a small bowl. Add a pinch of salt and additional black pepper to taste. Stir well.

Step 9

Serve the shaking beef hot on a bed of fresh greens, accompanied by the lime-pepper sauce and steamed rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(916.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1442.5

Total Fat 89.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 375mg	0%
Sodium 3880.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 125.3g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 307.3mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 2418.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 9.5%