Chinese Lobster Sauce (Weight Watchers)

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 6
Healthy and Flavorful Chinese Lobster Sauce (Weight Watchers) Recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 lb ground beef ( diet lean )
2 cups sliced scallions
4 cubes instant chicken-flavored broth ( Herb-Ox )
3 cups hot water
4 tablespoons sugar
4 tablespoons oyster sauce
4 teaspoons soy sauce
6 teaspoons cornstarch

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
325
Sugar
9g
Fat
13g
Chinese Lobster Sauce is a popular dish commonly found in Chinese restaurants, typically made with ground pork or other fatty meats. This Weight Watchers version swaps out the pork for lean ground beef and uses a reduced-sugar oyster sauce to make it more diet-friendly. The dish gets its name from the dark sauce, which is said to resemble the color of lobster shells. The sauce is typically made with garlic, ginger, fermented black beans, and other spices, making it a flavorful and aromatic addition to any meal. This lighter version of the dish is easy to make and perfect for those who are looking for a healthier way to enjoy this classic Chinese dish at home.

Instructions

1.In a large pan, cook the garlic and ground pepper in a bit of olive oil until fragrant.
2.Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned and fully cooked.
3.Add the sliced scallions and cook for another minute.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together the instant chicken-flavored broth cubes with hot water until dissolved.
5.Add the broth, sugar, oyster sauce, and soy sauce to the pan and stir to combine.
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 6 teaspoons of water until smooth.
7.Slowly pour in the cornstarch mixture to the pan while stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
8.Serve over rice or noodles, and garnish with additional sliced scallions, if desired.

PROS

This Chinese Lobster Sauce recipe is not only easy to make, but it’s also healthier than traditional versions thanks to the use of lean ground beef and reduced-sugar oyster sauce.

The dish is also packed with protein from the beef and scallions, and it can be customized to your liking by adjusting the amount of heat with more or less ground pepper.

CONS

While this recipe is relatively healthy, you should still be mindful of your portion sizes and overall intake of sodium.

Some may find the flavor to be less authentic than traditional Chinese Lobster Sauce recipes due to the substitutions made to reduce fat and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Chinese Lobster Sauce recipe with lean ground beef is a nutrient-packed meal that provides a good source of protein, vitamin B12, and iron.
Scallions are rich in antioxidants and may help improve digestion and lower cholesterol levels.
The reduced-sugar oyster sauce used in this recipe is lower in calories and contains less sugar than traditional oyster sauce, making it a healthier option for those watching their sugar intake.

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