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Beef and Snap Peas Stir Fry

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of China, stir-frying is a quick cooking method that preserves the freshness and texture of ingredients. This dish highlights the harmony of tender beef and crisp snap peas, often enjoyed in family meals or celebrations. In modern cuisine, variations abound, with many opting for different proteins or vegetables, making it a versatile favorite across the globe.

ChineseCNmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb flank steak
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons shaoxing rice wine
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon sesame oil
to taste black pepper
1 tablespoon ginger
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 medium red bell pepper
1 cup mushrooms
4 green onions
1 cup homemade chicken stock
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
to taste black pepper
1/2 cup water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner while pork is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and canola oil is a cost-effective alternative.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is a more common pantry item.

1

Cut flank steak into pieces and marinate with soy sauce, shaoxing rice wine, cornstarch, sesame oil, and pepper.

2

Chop ginger, garlic, onions, red pepper, mushrooms, and green onions.

3

Prepare the sauce by combining homemade chicken stock, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, and black pepper.

4

Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with water.

5

Cook the marinated flank steak in a wok until done, then add the chopped vegetables and sauce mixture.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmarinatingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifemixing bowlmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soygluten

Also Known As

Beef Stir Fry with Snap PeasBeef and Snow Peas Stir Fry

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