Description
Spicy Scallion Beef Stir-fry features tender beef and aromatic scallions in a savory, spicy sauce—perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner!
Ingredients
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For the Beef Marinade:
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Sauce:
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp hot water
- ⅛ tsp white pepper
For the Stir-fry:
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp ginger, julienned
- 4–6 scallions (4 cups), cut in 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine, divided
- 1–2 fresh red chilies, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate Beef: Combine beef with oil, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Marinate 30 mins.
- Make Sauce: Mix all sauce ingredients. Set aside.
- Coat Beef: Lightly toss marinated beef with cornstarch.
- Stir-fry Beef: Heat oil in wok, sear beef in batches for 30 secs per side. Set aside.
- Cook Aromatics: Stir-fry ginger and chilies (if using), then scallion whites.
- Combine: Add beef, Shaoxing wine, and sauce. Stir-fry 1 min.
- Finish: Add scallion greens and remaining wine. Stir-fry 30 secs. Serve hot with rice.
Notes
- Adjust chili quantity to taste.
- For extra tenderness, freeze beef slightly before slicing.
- Substitute Shaoxing wine with dry sherry if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese