Szechuan Beef

Szechuan Beef is a fiery and flavorful dish that combines tender beef with a spicy, aromatic sauce, creating a delightful experience for your taste buds. This high-protein American dinner promises to satisfy your cravings while delivering a punch of authentic Szechuan spices.

Ingredients

• beef sirloin - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• green bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• scallions - 2, chopped
• vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• water - 100 ml
• salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Szechuan peppercorns and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the marinated beef to the skillet and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add garlic, ginger, and sliced vegetables (green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and carrot). Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Return the beef to the skillet and add chili paste, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and water. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste and garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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