Brazilian recipe
Oriental Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Tender beef sirloin cubes with fresh vegetables and a delicious sweet and sour Asian sauce. 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
Sirloin steaks can be found in the meat section of most supermarkets. Cauliflower, carrots, onions, peas, garlic, and scallions are common produce items available in any grocery store. Grated ginger is available in the produce section, or you can grate fresh ginger root. Water is tap water. Soy sauce and rice vinegar are widely available in the international aisle of supermarkets or in Asian specialty stores. Cornstarch is a common pantry staple found in the baking aisle. Vegetable oil and toasted sesame oil are available in the cooking oil section of supermarkets. Toasted sesame seeds can be found in the spice or international aisle.
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 it 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
- As soon as the pan is hot, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and place the meat strips
- Brown 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 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 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 classic beef dishes, inspired by Asian cuisine. It combines the tenderness of sirloin beef cut into cubes with the crispness of fresh vegetables, all coated in a sweet and savory 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 tastes and can be served with white rice.
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