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4 Unique Ingredients That Can Make Your Beef Stir Fry Tastier

Australia is where you’ll find some of the best beef in the world. In 2020, Australians consumed around 19.44 kilos of beef and veal.

Do you love stir-fries but find that they all taste the same? If you want to add excitement to your next beef stir fry, why not try using some unique ingredients?

This article will discuss five ingredients that can make this simple beef stir fry stand out from the crowd. So, fire up your wok, and let’s get cooking.

1) Fresh Ginger

When adding a little something extra to your beef stir fry, fresh ginger is a great way to go. Not only does it add an exotic flavour, but it also helps tenderise the meat.

If you’re not used to cooking with fresh ginger, start by grating or slicing a small amount and adding it to your dish a little at a time. You can add more, but you can’t take it away once it’s in there.

Another great way to use ginger is in a marinade. Combine fresh ginger, soy sauce, and vegetable oil, and let your beef soak in the mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.

This simple beef stir fry recipe is a great starting point if you’re new to cooking with fresh ginger.

2) Garlic

Garlic contains a sulphur compound called allicin. When allicin is cut or crushed, it releases a potent aroma that can add flavour to any dish.

When cooking with garlic, be sure to add it early on. It will release the allicin and give your beef stir fry a more robust flavour.

Additionally, garlic is a natural antimicrobial. It means that it can help keep your beef stir fry free of harmful bacteria.

3) Sesame Oil

If you want to add a nutty flavour to your beef stir fry, then sesame oil is your ingredient. Just a tiny amount of this oil can go a long way in flavour.

Try the beef stir fry recipe with sesame oil the next time you’re in the mood for Asian cuisine.

Take a frying pan and heat some sesame oil in it. Then, add your beef strips and cook them until they’re browned.

After that, add in your veggies of choice and cook everything until tender. Finally, stir in some soy sauce and serve over rice. You’ll love the flavour of this dish!

4) Sriracha Sauce

Sriracha sauce is a chilli pepper sauce that originates from Thailand. It’s made with sun-ripened chillies, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Sriracha has a distinctively sharp, spicy, and slightly sweet taste that can liven up a beef stir fry.

If you do not like spice, you can always start with a small amount and add more to the taste. Sriracha sauce is found in the international aisle of most supermarkets.

Final Thoughts

Beef stir fry is a delicious and easy meal to make, but it can be even tastier with the addition of unique ingredients. Try adding some of these ingredients the next time you make beef stir fry and see how they enhance the flavour. Your dear ones will be impressed with your culinary skills.

This is a collaborative post.

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