Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry with Vegetable Fried Rice and Sesame Green Beans
Tips for Experienced Cooks
Consider using a higher quality cut of beef such as ribeye for an even more tender and flavorful result. Additionally, try incorporating some Szechuan peppercorns for an authentic numbing spice experience. If you have a high BTU gas stove, use it to achieve wok hei, the smoky flavor that comes from stir-frying over very high heat.
Step 1: Prepare the Meat
In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef sirloin with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Toss to coat the beef and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Step 2: Cook the Vegetables
In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the broccoli florets, sliced red bell pepper, and green onions. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. Remove the vegetables from the wok and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Beef
In the same wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until the beef is cooked through and slightly charred. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
Step 4: Make the Fried Rice
In the wok, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the cooked white rice, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until the rice is heated through and evenly coated.
Step 5: Cook the Sesame Green Beans
In a separate skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the green beans with 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds.
Step 6: Assemble the Dish
Add the cooked vegetables and beef back to the wok with the fried rice. Toss everything together, adding 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and 0.5 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. Serve the Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry with the Vegetable Fried Rice and Sesame Green Beans.
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 1 pound beef sirloin
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 pound broccoli florets
- 1 whole red bell pepper
- 3 whole green onion
- 1 pound green beans
Pantry Items
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Seasonings & Spices
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
