Follow these steps for perfect results
oyster sauce
cornstarch
ground black pepper
baking powder
flank steak
thinly sliced across the grain
low sodium beef broth
chinese rice wine
dark soy sauce
sugar
ground black pepper
cooking oil
divided
garlic
minced
ginger
minced
bell pepper
seeded and julienned
water
cornstarch
dissolved in
water
fresh jalapeno
sliced
In a bowl, combine oyster sauce, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.
Add the thinly sliced flank steak to the mixture and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
In a separate small bowl, combine beef broth, Chinese rice wine, dark soy sauce, sugar, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to create the sauce.
Heat a wok over high heat until very hot. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of cooking oil, swirling to coat the sides.
Add minced garlic and ginger to the wok and cook until fragrant.
Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until no longer pink, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of cooking oil to the wok, swirling to coat the sides.
Add the julienned bell peppers and stir-fry for 1 minute. Then, add 2 tablespoons of water.
Continue stir-frying for another 2-3 minutes, until the bell peppers are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked beef to the wok and add the prepared sauce.
Bring the mixture to a boil. Then, add the cornstarch solution (1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 teaspoons water), stirring constantly until the sauce boils again and thickens.
Garnish with sliced fresh jalapeno and serve hot with rice.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate the steak for longer for a more tender result.
Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the spice level.
Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The sauce can be made ahead of time.
Serve hot over rice, garnished with sliced jalapenos and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve with steamed rice
Serve with noodles
Serve with stir-fried vegetables
The slight sweetness complements the savory flavors.
A crisp lager won't overpower the dish.
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