Fillet Beef Cantonese Style
A flavorful Cantonese-style beef stir-fry featuring tender strips of beef, savory soy sauce, and spicy red pepper, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash the beef and cut into long strips.
- Marinate the beef in 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon water, cooking wine, and cornstarch for 30 minutes.
- Heat the wok and add 1 cup of oil.
- Fry the beef until it is cooked medium; remove and drain.
- Heat the wok again, then add 2 tablespoons of oil.
- Stir-fry the shredded onions until cooked.
- Add remaining ingredients (soy sauce, ketchup, hot red pepper, water) and bring to a boil.
- Mix in the cooked beef and stir quickly.
- Remove from heat and stir to combine.
Tips & Substitutions
For extra flavor, consider marinating the beef overnight. If you don’t have cooking wine, you can substitute with a splash of rice vinegar or omit it altogether. Adjust the amount of hot red pepper according to your spice preference. For a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch slightly. This dish is a great way to use leftover beef from other Chinese recipes.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Fillet Beef Cantonese Style over a bed of steamed jasmine rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal. It pairs beautifully with Beef 'N' Broccoli Stir-Fry for a delightful dinner spread. Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh touch.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply stir-fry in a hot pan for a few minutes until heated through. You can also microwave it, but be careful not to overheat as it may toughen the beef.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Fillet Beef Cantonese Style contains roughly 644 calories, with 37g protein, 31g carbohydrates, and 38g fat. It is an excellent source of protein (75% of the Daily Value) and iron (31% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 739mg per serving (32% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different cut of beef for this recipe?
Yes, while beef tenderloin is ideal for its tenderness, you can use flank steak or sirloin as alternatives. Just be sure to slice them thinly against the grain for better texture.
Is it possible to make this dish gluten-free?
Absolutely! You can substitute soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative. Make sure to check all other ingredients for gluten content to ensure the dish remains gluten-free.
How can I make this dish less spicy?
To reduce the heat, simply decrease the amount of hot red pepper used or omit it entirely. You can also balance the flavors by adding a touch of sugar to the sauce if desired.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).