Szechuan Beef

This Szechuan beef is spicy! Serve with rice.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized strips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 small onions, cut into wedges
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup peanuts

Steps

1. Stir together soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic, and crushed red pepper in a non-metal bowl. Add steak and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir-fry beef in hot oil until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli, onions, and water chestnuts; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Stir in peanuts; cook for 1 minute and serve hot.