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Vietnamese Shaking Beef (Bo Luc Lac)

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Vietnamese Shaking beef (bo luc lac) is a classic recipe is made with wok-seared sweet and savory beef, sliced tomatoes, pickled onions and a tangy lime dipping sauce.

Vietnamese Shaking Beef (Bo Luc Lac)

I could eat Vietnamese food every day of my life. From fresh rolls to pho to vermicelli bowls, I love all of it.

Shaking Beef - a Vietnamese beef salad recipe

Shaking Beef, also known as Bo Loc Lac, has a very special place in my heart as it just so happens to be the dish my mom would always order at Mr. Lee’s Vietnamese restaurant. We would go almost every Sunday for dinner growing up. The shaking of the beef refers to the process of tossing it back and forth in the wok after it’s quickly seared.

Shaking Beef - Bo Luc Lac - a salad recipe

The key to this beef salad is a sweet, salty and tangy marinade made of garlic, fish sauce and other Asian pantry ingredients. To serve, I do just as Mr. Lee always did and pile the platter high with ripe tomatoes and cool cucumber slices.

Bo Luc Lac - a Vietnamese beef salad recipe

For dipping you need nothing more than a lime, salt and pepper. Mr. Lee always went heavy on the black pepper which is how I prepare it now but feel free to adjust it to taste. Serve with fresh cilantro or other herbs from the garden and you’re good to go.

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Vietnamese Bo Luc Lac - a healthy beef salad recipe

Vietnamese Shaking Beef (Bo Luc Lac)

Shaking beef (bo luc lac) is a classic Vietnamese recipe is made with wok-seared sweet and savory beef, sliced tomatoes, pickled onions and a tangy lime dipping sauce.
3.67 from 3 votes
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian, Vietnamese
Keyword: bo luc lac
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Liz Della Croce

Ingredients:

  • 20 ounces beef sirloin steak cut into cubes
  • 6 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 English cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 large tomato cut in cubes

Pickled Red Onions

  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Dipping Sauce

  • 1 juice of lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions:

  • Place beef cubes in a large resealable plastic bag and add next 4 ingredients (garlic through fish sauce). Toss well to coat and marinade for 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Heat a large wok or frying pan over high heat and spray with cooking spray. Saute beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove fro pan and let rest 5-10 minutes.
  • While beef is cooking, pickle the red onions by tossing the slices with lime juice and salt; set aside.
  • Prepare the dipping sauce by whisking together the lime juice with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • To serve, place the beef, cucumber and tomato slices on a large platter and top with pickled onions. Serve with lime dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.7g | Protein: 32.3g | Fat: 11.9g | Saturated Fat: 4.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7.6g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 978mg | Fiber: 1.3g | Sugar: 6.3g
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  1. Sierra

    August 28, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! This was SO good. Even the picky eaters were raving about it.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      August 30, 2017 at 1:39 pm

      Ahh I’m so happy to hear that!!

      Reply
  2. Carol

    December 30, 2016 at 10:22 pm

    5 stars
    Love this dish. First had it in a resturant. Then made it at home with leftover steak. Refreshing delightful flavors.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      December 31, 2016 at 9:04 am

      It’s one of my favorites!!! So glad you like it!

      Reply
  3. Marsha Maxwell

    July 28, 2016 at 9:16 pm

    Made this for the family tonight, and everyone raved about it! I wish I had come across this recipe years ago!

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      August 01, 2016 at 3:16 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it Marsha!!

      Reply
  4. Helen

    July 23, 2016 at 1:40 pm

    Hi! I just came across your post and found this recipe interesting. I’m Vietnamese and this is a common dish in my house. Have you tried putting the beef on a bed of watercress with tomatoes and pickled onions around it? The crunch of the watercress makes this dish very interesting. In addition, the health benefits of watercress are remarkable. Give it a try. You don’t be disappointed. :)

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      July 23, 2016 at 3:38 pm

      I love the idea of using watercress!! I never think to buy it but it’s so tasty. Thank you!!!

      Reply
  5. jami rankin

    July 16, 2016 at 10:59 am

    I’m with you on eating vietnamese everyday! Great recipe.
    Hope you enjoy your trip to Canada.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      July 17, 2016 at 9:51 pm

      I really could eat it every day – literally researching Vietnamese restaurants in Toronto as I type. Thank you!!

      Reply
  6. Michelle

    July 15, 2016 at 7:05 pm

    Made it! Loved it! I put everything on a bed of mung bean sprouts. Thanks for another great recipe.

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      July 17, 2016 at 9:52 pm

      Oh I’m so glad you enjoyed this dish Michelle!! One of my favorites!

      Reply
  7. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living

    July 12, 2016 at 4:49 pm

    I love Vietnamese food! I made Shaking Beef a few weeks ago for my family – will have to add the pickled onions next time :)

    Reply
    • Liz DellaCroce

      July 12, 2016 at 8:32 pm

      Oh my gosh I want to try your version Jeanette!!

      Reply

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