A list of easy, tasty Asian beef recipes that you can make at home
The love for beef is universal. Across the globe, there are thousands of ways to cook beef. It’s hard not to love beef, right? It is tasty, versatile, and nutritious. I am not a big steak person, but I do love beef stir-fries and braised beef.
And beef recipes are versatile. Each cut of beef is flavorful in its own way. Beef brisket is fatter and makes great stew dishes. The tender cuts like sirloin and ribeye are ideal for beef stir-fries. And you can use ground beef as a filling or a garnish. The possibilities are endless.
If you are looking for easy and tasty beef dishes to make at home, look no further. These Asian beef recipes have the potential to be your regular weeknight dishes. And they taste better than take-outs. Keep scrolling!
Easy Asian beef recipes to try at home
Cantonese one-pot braised beef with radish
This Chinese beef recipe holds a special place in my heart. In my hometown, Canton, it’s famous both as street food and as a main course in restaurants. Tender beef, flavorful radish soaked in the creamy beef broth, this one-pot recipe makes a great family dinner.
Classic Asian beef recipe – Mapo tofu with ground beef
I love ground pork Mapo Tofu. But if you are a beef-lover, why not switch pork with beef? This spicy mapo tofu uses basic ingredients, and you can make it at home just in minutes.
Instant pot Mongolian beef
If you own an instant pot, you are going to love this classic Mongolian beef recipe. Get your ingredients ready, pop them in the instant pot and you are all set. Follow the instructions on Ann’s Entitled Life.
Sweet and sour tangerine beef
Who loves sweet and sour dishes? I do. And this tangerine beef recipe is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinners. Forget about take-out. This dish from Ask Chef Dennis will be ready to serve before take-out arrives.
King oyster mushroom and beef stir-fry
This Asian beef recipe is high in protein, low in fat, and jam-packed with nutrition. You can also substitute king oyster mushrooms with the ones of your choice. Check out the recipe on our blog to make your own!
Asian beef noodle soup with bok choy
Want a quick lunch recipe? This quick Asian beef noodle soup with a bok choy is easy to make and ready in 30 minutes. It’s is gluten-free and a little spicy. The salad dressing on top teases your tastebuds. Follow the step-by-step guide on Food Meanderings and give it a go!
Slow cooker Asian braised beef
This slow cooker Asian braised beef combines garlic, ginger, lemongrass, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to create a delicious hearty dish. Serve it over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables to your taste.
Chinese scrambled egg with beef
Scrambled eggs with beef is my new favorite. It’s easy and takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish. The beef adds a fun twist to regular scrambled eggs, making it perfect as a quick dinner option. Follow these instructions to make Chinese scrambled eggs at home.
Sri Lankan beef curry
I am not familiar with Sri Lankan dishes. But this spicy, tangy, and sweet-spicy dry beef curry recipe got me on the edge of my seat. If you love a good kick, definitely give this recipe a try!
Beef and bitter melon stir-fry
If you haven’t tried bitter melon before, this is the recipe that may get you hooked. The slight bitterness enhances the favor of the beef. And it takes less than 30 minutes. Follow my step-by-step guide here.
Sweet and spicy Indonesian beef meatballs
Who doesn’t love meatballs? These Indonesian beef meatballs are sweet and spicy. Served with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce, they can be a great appetizer or a main course for dinner.
Snow peas and sirloin stir-fry
Time to switch the broccoli! This beef stir-fry recipe mixes tender sirloin steak with crisp snow peas. With a flavorful homemade sauce, this Asian beef dish is a delight on the dinner table.
Korean-style grilled flank steak
It may look like a regular steak, only tastes better. What makes this Korean-style grilled flank steak special is the sauce. Originated in Argentina, the Korean version of Chimichurri sauce is sweet and fragrant. Poured on the grilled steak, even picky eaters will fall in love.
Beef Bibimbap
Bibimbap is a traditional Korean rice bow with sautée vegetables and meat on top. It is something you would order in a Korean restaurant but won’t make at home. Well, think again. It turns out that Bibimbap can be easy to make and delicious. Follow the instructions and give it a try.
Massaman coconut curry
Flavorful, creamy, and satisfying, this Massaman-style beef coconut curry is something I would cook in bulk and eat every day for the rest of the week. It’s mild in heat and loaded with spices. The slight sweetness from the coconut milk just makes it even tastier.
Beef and tomato chop-suey
This beef recipe tastes like summer. It’s sweet, savory, and easy as a breeze. Check out the instructions here to recreate this popular Chinese take-out at home.
Bulgogi beef and noodle
Bulgogi is a signature Korean dish, which means “fire meat”. This marinated grilled beef recipe would make a great family day main course. Served with noodle-like Marsha from Food Love, or switch to rice to your liking.
Paleo Asian meatloaf
Going Paleo? Then you have to give this paleo Asian meatloaf a try. The meat is tender and filled with healthy ingredients. This recipe is so good that it may get your entire family on board with Whole 30!
Asian tender short ribs
These short ribs are something that I would make for my entire family. My grandparents love everything tender. And they are going to adore these melt-in-your-mouth ribs. If you have a slow cooker or an oven, you can make these ribs at home too!
Instant pot beef and broccoli
Looking for weight-watcher recipes? Check out this nutritious and flavorful one-pot beef and broccoli recipe! You can also add rice to the instant pot for a delicious family dinner.
Instant pot beef ramen
Who loves ramen? I mean, who doesn’t? This quick dinner recipe combines ramen and sliced beef. Served with delicious ginger and sesame sauce in the pot, this dish from Mom’s Dinner will get you addicted.
Bo Luc Lac – Vietnamese sautée beef
Sautée beef and mixed greens, this Vietnamese beef recipe is sweet, savory with umami flavors. Served with rice and it makes a perfect dinner-for-one.
Hong Kong-style Luo Song soup
Asians don’t make soup with beef as often as chicken or pork. But Luo Song soup (borscht soup) is an exception. I replace the beetroot in traditional borscht soup with tomato and created this Hong Kong-style Luo Song Tang. With noodles or rice, this Chinese beef recipe will satisfy the entire family.
Satay beef skewers
I still remember the beef skewers I had when I was in Singapore. And this beef satay just brings back the good memories. The thinly-sliced beef with creamy peanut sauce will be a crowd-pleaser at a party or a gathering.
Instant Pot Korean Beef Bowls
Ground beef is one of the most widely used ingredients in our kitchens. The good news is, if you happen to have ground beef in the fridge, you can make a tasty Korean bowl in 15 minutes. Sounds too good to be true? Check out the recipe on This Old Gal to give it a try.
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