Hot and Spicy Onion Beef
Chili paste and chili peppers add heat to this stir-fry; serve over rice for a complete dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs soy sauce, divided
- 3 tsp cornstarch, divided
- 3/4 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 Tbs dry sherry (optional)
- 1 tsp oriental sesame oil
- 1 tsp chili paste (optional)
- 2 Tbs vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, sliced vertically
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- Dried, whole red chili peppers, to taste
- 1 Tbs water
Directions
- Combine 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in medium bowl. Add beef; stir to coat and let stand 30 minutes.
- Combine remaining tablespoon soy sauce, sherry, sesame oil, and chili paste in small bowl; set aside.
- Heat wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add vegetable oil, swirling to coat sides. Add onion, garlic, and chili peppers; cook and stir until onion is tender.
- Add beef; stir-fry 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Add soy sauce mixture and mix well.
- Combine remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch and the water; mix into onion mixture. Cook and stir until sauce boils and thickens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 265
Calories from Fat 156 (59%)
(26%)Total Fat 17g
(23%)Saturated Fat 5g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
(15%)Cholesterol 44mg
(15%)Sodium 362mg
(11%)Potassium 380mg
Total Carbohydrate 7g
(3%)Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 2g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(35%)Protein 18g
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