Szechuan Beef Recipe
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Ingredients
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Beef and Marinade
Szechuan Sauce
Vegetables
For Cooking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Beef
In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef, soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well to coat the beef evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Szechuan Sauce
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the Szechuan peppercorns, minced garlic, minced ginger, chili paste, rice vinegar, sugar, and chicken broth. Stir well to mix the ingredients together.
Cooking
- 3
Stir-Fry the Beef
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until the beef is browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- 4
Cook the Vegetables
In the same skillet or wok, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the sliced bell pepper, onion, and green beans. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- 5
Combine Everything
Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the prepared Szechuan sauce over the mixture. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped scallions. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
