Tender Szechuan Peppercorn Beef Stir-Fry with Garlic Shoots

Name: Tender Szechuan Peppercorn Beef Stir-Fry with Garlic Shoots
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Beef sirloin; Soy sauce; Rice wine; Cornstarch; Sesame oil; Soy sauce; Oyster sauce; Dark soy sauce; Sugar; Szechuan peppercorns; Chili paste; Garlic shoots; Red bell pepper; Onion; Garlic; Ginger; Green onions

A Spicy and Savory Chinese Delight

An aromatic and robust stir-fry dish that brings the authentic flavors of Szechuan cuisine to your table.

45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Beef Marinade

Beef sirloin

400g, thinly sliced

Soy sauce

2 tbsp

Rice wine

1 tbsp

Cornstarch

1 tsp

Sesame oil

1 tsp

For the Stir-Fry Sauce

Soy sauce

2 tbsp

Oyster sauce

1 tbsp

Dark soy sauce

1 tsp

Sugar

2 tsp

Szechuan peppercorns

1 tsp, lightly toasted and crushed

Chili paste

1 tsp

Vegetables

Garlic shoots

150g, cut into 3-inch pieces

Red bell pepper

1 small, thinly sliced

Onion

1 medium, sliced

Aromatics

Garlic

3 cloves, finely chopped

Ginger

1-inch piece, minced

Green onions

2, chopped

Preparation

Marinating the Beef

Mix Marinade

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice wine, cornstarch, and sesame oil.

Coat the Beef

Add the beef slices and coat them well.

Marinate

Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

⚠ Avoid over-marinating the beef to prevent it from becoming too salty.

Preparing the Stir-Fry Sauce

Combine Ingredients

Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, Szechuan peppercorns, and chili paste in a small bowl.

Dissolve Sugar

Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

Set Aside

Set aside for later use.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep the stir-fry sauce ready to pour to ensure quick cooking.

Cooking Process

Searing the Beef

Heat a wok over high heat with 1 tbsp of oil. Stir-fry beef slices until browned, then remove from wok.

Cooking the Vegetables

In the same wok, add another tablespoon of oil. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and onion until fragrant.

Finishing the Stir-Fry

Add red bell peppers and garlic shoots, then return the beef to the wok. Pour the stir-fry sauce evenly and toss everything together.

Plating & Serving