Velveting Meat (Chinese Stir Fry)

Created on 11/14/2024

Ingredients:

• 1 pound beef flank steak or chuck steak (sliced against the grain)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Water 1/4 cup per pound
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons oyster sauce or soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Shaoxing Wine (Optional)

Instructions:

Step One: Add baking soda and water to the sliced beef and massage with hands until most of the liquid is absorbed. Let stand 1-2 hours

Step Two: Add oil, oyster sauce/soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (optional), and cornstarch to the meat. Set aside to marinate for 15-30 minutes, and then your beef is ready to use

Notes: This method can be used for any protein (shrimp, chicken, beef). Leave the marinade on the protein over night if you can. Using this method, this Orange Chicken recipe is one of the best!