Stir-fried Beef with Bamboo Shoots

Ingredients

• 7 oz beef, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ((plus more for serving))
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided
• 1 teaspoon cooking oil ((plus more for cooking))
• 12 oz fresh bamboo shoots
• 1/2 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1/2 - 1 teaspoon fish sauce, to taste
• 1-2 scallion stalks, chopped into short pieces
• a wedge of lime ((for serving))

Instructions

1. 1

   To a mixing bowl, add beef slices, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon minced garlic and 1 teaspoon oil. Toss well and set aside to marinate while preparing the bamboo shoots.

2. 2

   Remove fresh bamboo shoots from the package and discard liquid in the package. Rinse and then boil in plenty of water to remove strong smell and bitterness. This can take 5-10 minutes of even up to 30 minutes. Then either shred or slice into thin strips.

3. 3

   Place a pan over medium-high heat and add some cooking oil to coat the bottom. Once the oil is hot, add beef slices in a single layer and let them cook undisturbed for about 20-30 seconds. Then stir-fry for a few more seconds and transfer to a plate while the beef is still slightly pink.

4. 4

   Return the pan to medium heat and add some more oil. Sauté the remaining garlic briefly until fragrant. Then add the shredded bamboo shoots. Stir and cook for a minute.

5. 5

   Add the remaining salt, oyster sauce and soy sauce. Stir and cook the bamboo shoots for another 3-4 minutes until they have absorbed the seasonings and become flavorful.

6. 6

   Add the beef back to the pan. Add the fish sauce and stir everything thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking.

7. 7

   Stir in chopped scallion and some more black pepper. Give everything a quick toss and then transfer to a serving plate. Squeeze some lime juice over the dish if desired and serve right away.