Terumi Morita
May 21, 2026·Recipes·1 min read · 222 words

Bò Lúc Lắc (Vietnamese Shaking Beef)

Bò Lúc Lắc is a Vietnamese stir-fry of tender beef cubes and vegetables, seasoned with a savory sauce, often served with rice.

Contents（4項）▾
  1. 01Ingredients & steps
  2. 02Why this works
  3. 03Autopilot guard summary
  4. 04Terumi Brain v1 review
Beef cubes with red bell pepper and onion in glossy soy-garlic sauce.
RecipeVietnamese
Prep20m
Cook15m
Serves4 人分
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • 500 g beef sirloin, cut into 2 cm cubes
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Steps

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. This temperature ensures the beef sears quickly, creating a rich flavor.

  2. Add the beef cubes to the hot wok in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes without stirring. This allows for better caramelization.

  3. Stir-fry the beef for an additional 3 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the beef and set aside.

  4. In the same wok, add garlic, onion, and red bell pepper, stir-frying for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.

  5. Return the beef to the wok, then add soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, and sugar. Toss everything together, cooking for another 2 minutes to coat the ingredients evenly.

  6. Serve hot over cooked rice and enjoy your Bò Lúc Lắc!

Why this works

The high-heat cooking technique employed in this Bò Lúc Lắc recipe is crucial for achieving a delicious sear on the beef, which locks in the juices and enhances the overall flavor. Searing the beef in a single layer allows for better caramelization, while the quick stir-frying of vegetables ensures they remain crisp yet tender. The combination of soy sauce, fish sauce, and oyster sauce creates a complex glaze that brings depth to the dish. If the beef seems too tough, consider slicing it thinner next time or marinating it briefly in a mixture of soy sauce and sugar to help tenderize it. The quick cooking process keeps the dish vibrant and fresh while ensuring all ingredients are well-integrated.

Autopilot guard summary

  • truth: approved
  • quality: approved (score 100)
  • similarity: approved (score 0.068 vs niku-yasai-itame)
  • regulatory: approved
  • image: approved

Terumi Brain v1 review

  • grade: B · overall 75/100 · readiness needs_minor_edits
  • scores: chef=100 science=30 repair=95 culture=90 safety=100 taste=30 mon=60 geo=95

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