Brazilian recipe
Oriental Beef Stir-fry with Vegetables
Tender beef sirloin cubes in a delicious sweet and sour Asian sauce with fresh vegetables. A quick and flavorful everyday meal.
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Ingredients
2 sirloin steaks (about 300 g)
1/2 head 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 scallions to taste (for serving)
Toasted sesame seeds to taste (for serving)
1/2 head 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 scallions to taste (for serving)
Toasted sesame seeds to taste (for serving)
Where to find ingredients
Available at most supermarkets in the meat section, or from a butcher. Look for good marbling.
Found in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
Available in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
A staple found in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
Usually found in the freezer section of supermarkets.
Available in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
Fresh ginger root is typically found in the produce section of supermarkets, often near other root vegetables or in specialty international aisles.
Tap water is suitable.
Available in the international foods aisle of most supermarkets. Look for standard or low-sodium varieties.
Found in the international foods aisle of supermarkets, often near other vinegars or Asian ingredients.
Available in the baking or spice aisle of most supermarkets.
A common cooking oil found in the cooking oil or baking aisle of any supermarket.
Available in the international foods aisle of supermarkets, often with other Asian cooking oils. A little goes a long way.
Also known as green onions, found in the produce section of supermarkets.
Often found in the spice aisle, baking aisle, or international foods aisle of supermarkets. Can also be found in health food stores.
Found in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
Available in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
A staple found in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
Usually found in the freezer section of supermarkets.
Available in the produce section of any supermarket or fresh market.
Fresh ginger root is typically found in the produce section of supermarkets, often near other root vegetables or in specialty international aisles.
Tap water is suitable.
Available in the international foods aisle of most supermarkets. Look for standard or low-sodium varieties.
Found in the international foods aisle of supermarkets, often near other vinegars or Asian ingredients.
Available in the baking or spice aisle of most supermarkets.
A common cooking oil found in the cooking oil or baking aisle of any supermarket.
Available in the international foods aisle of supermarkets, often with other Asian cooking oils. A little goes a long way.
Also known as green onions, found in the produce section of supermarkets.
Often found in the spice aisle, baking aisle, or international foods aisle of supermarkets. Can also be found in health food stores.
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 the base of the cauliflower stem and cut into medium florets
- Wash the cauliflower and reserve 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 up, prepare the sauce: in a measuring jug 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
- As soon as the pan is hot, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and place the meat strips
- Sear the meat for about 2 minutes without stirring, waiting for it to release from the pan before flipping
- Transfer the browned meat to a bowl and drizzle with the remaining vegetable oil
- In the same pan, add the cauliflower and carrot and stir-fry for 6 minutes, until they start to brown
- Add the onion and stir-fry 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 just 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 scallions 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 stewed beef, inspired by Asian cuisine. It combines the tenderness of cubed sirloin with the crunch 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 that appeals to all palates and can be served with white rice.
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