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Spicy Szechuan Beef
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4
This has been a favorite for years. Did not include marinating time in prep time. If you do not like too much spice, cut back on the cayenne pepper.
Ingredients:
1/2 lb round steak, cut into thin slivers
7 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons oil, divided
3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 -2 teaspoon cayenne, to taste
2 cups celery, julienned
1 cup carrot, julienned
2 green onions, julienned
steamed white rice
Directions:
1. Combine 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoons oil, white pepper, and cornstarch to form marinade. Add beef and let stand 30 minutes, or longer.
2. Combine 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar, hoisin sauce, and cayenne. Reserve.
3. Heat remaining oil in skillet over high heat. Add beef and stir fry for 3 minutes.
4. Meanwhile add vegetables to meat. Stir fry until just done, crisp tender.
5. Add prepared sauce. Cook until heated through, about 30 seconds.
By RecipeOfHealth.com