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Oriental Beef Stir-fry with Vegetables
Tender cubes of sirloin steak with fresh vegetables and a delicious sweet and sour Asian sauce. A quick and flavorful meal for everyday.
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Ingredients
2 sirloin steaks (about 300 g)
1/2 head of cauliflower
1 carrot
1 onion
3/4 cup frozen peas
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tablespoon grated ginger
1 cup water
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
Sliced green onions to taste (for serving)
Toasted sesame seeds to taste (for serving)
1/2 head of cauliflower
1 carrot
1 onion
3/4 cup frozen peas
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tablespoon grated ginger
1 cup water
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
Sliced green onions to taste (for serving)
Toasted sesame seeds to taste (for serving)
Where to find ingredients
Available at most supermarkets in the meat section, butcher shops, or specialty meat stores.
Found year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Located in the frozen foods aisle of most supermarkets.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Found in the produce section of most supermarkets, especially in the section with Asian or ethnic ingredients. Specialty produce stores are also a good option.
Commonly found in the international foods aisle of supermarkets. Asian or specialty food stores will have a wider variety.
Available in the international foods aisle of most supermarkets, often near other vinegars or Asian ingredients. Specialty Asian markets offer more choices.
A pantry staple found in the baking or spice aisle of any supermarket.
Widely available in the cooking oil section of any supermarket.
Found in the international foods aisle of larger supermarkets or in Asian specialty stores. Sometimes available in well-stocked health food stores.
Available in the produce section of most supermarkets, often near other fresh herbs.
Found in the spice aisle or baking section of supermarkets. Toasted sesame seeds are also available pre-toasted in the same sections or in international food aisles.
Found year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Located in the frozen foods aisle of most supermarkets.
Available year-round in the produce section of any supermarket, fresh market, or grocery store.
Found in the produce section of most supermarkets, especially in the section with Asian or ethnic ingredients. Specialty produce stores are also a good option.
Commonly found in the international foods aisle of supermarkets. Asian or specialty food stores will have a wider variety.
Available in the international foods aisle of most supermarkets, often near other vinegars or Asian ingredients. Specialty Asian markets offer more choices.
A pantry staple found in the baking or spice aisle of any supermarket.
Widely available in the cooking oil section of any supermarket.
Found in the international foods aisle of larger supermarkets or in Asian specialty stores. Sometimes available in well-stocked health food stores.
Available in the produce section of most supermarkets, often near other fresh herbs.
Found in the spice aisle or baking section of supermarkets. Toasted sesame seeds are also available pre-toasted in the same sections or in international food aisles.
Preparation method
- Cut the steaks into thin 1 cm strips and transfer to a bowl, discarding larger pieces of fat
- Let the meat come to room temperature so it doesn't cool the pan when cooking
- Prepare the vegetables: discard the leaves and base of the cauliflower stalk and cut it into medium florets
- Wash the cauliflower and set aside in a colander
- Peel the carrot and cut it in half lengthwise
- Slice the carrot halves diagonally into thin 0.5 cm half-moons
- Peel the onion and cut it into medium cubes
- Peel the garlic and slice it thinly
- Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat
- While the pan heats, prepare the sauce: in a measuring pitcher or bowl, mix the water, soy sauce, and rice vinegar
- Add the cornstarch to the liquid mixture and stir well with a spoon to dissolve
- Once the pan is hot, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and add the meat strips
- Sear the meat for about 2 minutes without stirring, waiting for it to release from the pan before turning
- Transfer the seared meat to a bowl and drizzle with the remaining vegetable oil
- In the same pan, add the cauliflower and carrot and sauté for 6 minutes, until they start to brown
- Add the onion and sauté for another 2 minutes
- Add the sliced garlic and grated ginger, mixing well to release the aromas
- Return the meat to the pan, add the frozen peas, and mix, cooking for only 2 minutes to thaw the peas
- Pour the soy sauce and cornstarch mixture over the meat and vegetables
- Stir continuously for about 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy
- Turn off the heat and incorporate the toasted sesame oil, if using
- Finish by sprinkling with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds
- Serve immediately, preferably with Japanese or white rice
Observations
This oriental beef stir-fry is a vibrant and flavorful take on braised meat, inspired by Asian cuisine. It combines the tenderness of cubed sirloin with the crispness of fresh vegetables, all coated in a sweet and sour aromatic sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger. It's a versatile and quick option for a special lunch or dinner, appealing to all tastes and perfect served with white rice.
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