Shanghai Angus Steak Recipe
Shanghai Angus steak is a dish made with Angus beef, which is a breed of cattle known for its high quality and marbling. The steak is typically prepared with a Shanghai-style marinade, which often includes ingredients such as soy sauce, sugar, rice wine, and various spices.
Equipment
- bowl
Ingredients
- 1 pound of Angus beef steak ribeye or sirloin works well
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/4 cup of Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon of minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon of five spice powder
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the steak
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, rice wine, minced garlic, minced ginger, five spice powder, and sesame oil. Mix well until the sugar has dissolved. Add the steak to the marinade and make sure that it is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill or pan
- Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat a grill or a large cast-iron skillet over high heat.
- Grill or pan-sear the steak
- Once the grill or skillet is hot, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Carefully place the steak on the grill or skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer your steak more well-done.
- Rest the steak
- Once the steak is cooked to your liking, remove it from the heat and let it rest for at least 5 minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute and will result in a more tender and flavorful steak.
- Slice and serve
- After the steak has rested, slice it against the grain and serve with your favorite side dishes. I recommend serving it with some steamed vegetables and a simple side salad.
