Follow these steps for perfect results
rice wine
light soy sauce
cornstarch
beef loin strip steak
thinly sliced
corn oil
szechuan peppercorns
red chili pepper flakes
celery
cut into 3-inch lengths
bok choy
cut into 3-inch lengths
cabbage
cut into 3-inch lengths
scallion
chopped
corn oil
corn oil
fresh ginger
minced
scallions
chopped
hot chili sauce
rice wine
light soy sauce
chicken broth
Whisk rice wine, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a large bowl to create a marinade.
Thinly slice the beef against the grain.
Add beef slices to the marinade and coat evenly.
Marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the garnish: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a sauté pan.
Add Sichuan peppercorns and dry chili flakes.
Cook until the chili turns dark red, being careful not to burn them.
Remove the cooked peppercorns and chili to a cutting board.
Smash the peppercorns and chili with the flat side of a large knife.
Chop the smashed peppercorns and chili into small pieces and transfer to a small dish.
Set aside the sauté pan for final touches.
Wash and cut celery, bok choy, and cabbage into 3-inch lengths.
Heat 2 tablespoons of corn oil in a wok.
Add chopped scallions and stir once.
Add the celery, bok choy, and cabbage to the wok.
Stir-fry the vegetables over high heat for 20 seconds.
Remove the stir-fried vegetables from the wok and place them in a large shallow serving bowl.
Heat 1/4 cup of corn oil in the wok.
Add minced ginger, chopped scallions, and hot chili sauce (or Chinese hot bean paste).
Cook until the oil turns red from the chili.
Add rice wine, soy sauce, and chicken or beef broth.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the marinated beef to the wok and gently stir to cook evenly.
Cook until the beef is completely cooked through.
Remove the cooked beef from the wok and place it over the vegetables in the serving bowl.
Pour the sauce from the wok over the beef and vegetables.
Heat the remaining 1/4 cup of oil for the garnish in the sauté pan until it begins to smoke slightly.
Pour the hot oil over the Sichuan peppercorns and chili mixture in the small dish.
Serve the dish immediately, garnished with the chili oil.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your desired spice level.
Marinating the beef longer will result in a more tender texture.
Stir-fry the vegetables quickly over high heat to maintain their crispness.
Serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Beef can be marinated ahead of time.
Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
Pair with a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Cuts through the spice.
Slightly sweet to balance the spice.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Sichuan cuisine is known for its bold and spicy flavors, particularly the use of Sichuan peppercorns.
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