Sautéed Beef with Scallions

Ingredients

Beef sirloin

1 pound, thinly sliced against the grain

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Oyster sauce

2 tablespoons

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Scallions

4, cut into 2-inch pieces

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the sliced beef, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well to coat the beef evenly and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes. This step is crucial as it tenderizes the meat and enhances its flavor.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
3. Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can become bitter.
4. Add the marinated beef to the wok in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink and cooked through. Ensure to keep the beef moving to avoid overcooking.
5. Once the beef is cooked, add the scallions to the wok and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until the scallions are tender yet still vibrant.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as necessary.
7. Serve hot, ideally over a bed of steamed rice to soak up the delicious sauce.