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Beef in Black Bean Sauce Recipe

HK$188

Aberdeen Street Social's Beef in Black Bean Sauce showcases the robust flavors of Cantonese wok cooking. Premium beef is marinated to perfection and stir-fried with crisp bell peppers and onions in our signature black bean sauce, made from fermented black beans that provide a deep, savory umami flavor that defines this classic dish.

Preparation Time: 25 minutes (plus marinating)
Cooking Method: Stir-fried
Serves: 2-3 people
Flavor Profile: Savory and umami-rich

Aberdeen Street Social Recipe

Our black bean sauce is made from premium fermented black beans, creating the authentic deep flavor that makes this dish a favorite at Aberdeen Street Social.

Ingredients

For the Beef:

  • 500g beef sirloin, sliced thin
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

For the Sauce & Vegetables:

  • 3 tbsp fermented black beans, rinsed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water

Cooking Instructions

  1. Marinate Beef: Combine beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and white pepper. Marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare Black Beans: Rinse fermented black beans and mash lightly with garlic and ginger to form a paste.
  3. Stir-Fry Beef: Heat wok over high heat. Add oil and stir-fry marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
  4. Cook Vegetables: In same wok, stir-fry bell peppers and onions for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Add Sauce: Add black bean paste, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and chicken stock. Bring to boil.
  6. Finish: Return beef to wok, add cornstarch slurry to thicken. Toss everything together and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips from Aberdeen Street Social

Beef Preparation

Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness. Marinating helps tenderize and adds flavor.

Black Bean Handling

Rinse fermented black beans to remove excess salt, then mash to release their intense flavor.

Wok Hei Technique

Use high heat and work quickly to achieve the characteristic "wok hei" or breath of the wok flavor.