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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 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 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 and butcher shops in the fresh meat section.
Commonly found in the produce section of any supermarket or grocery store.
Widely available in the produce section of supermarkets and grocery stores.
A staple ingredient found in the produce section of all supermarkets and grocery stores.
Typically located in the freezer aisle of supermarkets.
Available year-round in the produce section of supermarkets and grocery stores.
Found in the produce section of most supermarkets, often near garlic or in specialty herb/spice areas. Can also be found in Asian markets.
Tap water is suitable.
Available in the international foods aisle or Asian foods section of most supermarkets. Also found in Asian specialty stores.
Found in the international foods aisle or Asian foods section of supermarkets. Also available in larger grocery stores or specialty food shops.
Available in the baking aisle or pantry staples section of most supermarkets.
Commonly found in the cooking oil section of any supermarket.
Available in the international foods aisle or Asian foods section of supermarkets. Also found in Asian specialty stores.
Found in the produce section of most supermarkets, often near herbs and other green vegetables.
Available in the spice aisle or baking section of supermarkets. Also found in health food stores or Asian markets.
Commonly found in the produce section of any supermarket or grocery store.
Widely available in the produce section of supermarkets and grocery stores.
A staple ingredient found in the produce section of all supermarkets and grocery stores.
Typically located in the freezer aisle of supermarkets.
Available year-round in the produce section of supermarkets and grocery stores.
Found in the produce section of most supermarkets, often near garlic or in specialty herb/spice areas. Can also be found in Asian markets.
Tap water is suitable.
Available in the international foods aisle or Asian foods section of most supermarkets. Also found in Asian specialty stores.
Found in the international foods aisle or Asian foods section of supermarkets. Also available in larger grocery stores or specialty food shops.
Available in the baking aisle or pantry staples section of most supermarkets.
Commonly found in the cooking oil section of any supermarket.
Available in the international foods aisle or Asian foods section of supermarkets. Also found in Asian specialty stores.
Found in the produce section of most supermarkets, often near herbs and other green vegetables.
Available in the spice aisle or baking section of supermarkets. Also found in health food stores or Asian markets.
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 stem base of the cauliflower and cut into medium florets
- Wash the cauliflower and set aside in a colander
- Peel the carrot, 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 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
- 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 browned 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 begin 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 stir, 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 stir-fry is a vibrant and flavorful take on a classic beef dish, inspired by Asian cuisine. It combines the tenderness of sirloin steak cut into cubes with the crispness of fresh vegetables, all coated in an aromatic sweet and sour 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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