Description
Savor the bold and aromatic flavors of this Cumin Beef Stir Fry. Tender flank steak, marinated in a blend of Shaoxing wine and cumin, is stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and a savory sauce, creating a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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For the Beef:
- 1 1/2 lbs flank steak
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry or rice wine)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (see notes for gluten-free needs)
For the Stir Fry:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more as needed
- 1 medium-sized white onion, sliced into half moons
- 6 cloves of garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 2 fresh red chilies, deseeded & chopped (optional)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns, ground
- 1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine
- 6 scallions, green parts only, chopped
For Serving Cumin Beef Stir Fry:
- White or brown rice, steamed broccoli/other veggies (as desired)
Instructions
- Prep & Marinate Beef:
- Slice steak thinly across the grain.
- Place in a bowl with Shaoxing wine, cumin, salt, pepper, and cornstarch.
- Toss and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Cook Beef:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or skillet.
- Sear beef in batches until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Set aside.
- Build the Stir Fry:
- Add remaining oil (if needed) to the pan.
- Cook onion until softened.
- Add garlic, chilies (if using), cumin, and Szechuan peppercorns.
- Cook until fragrant.
- Add brown sugar and ginger.
- Add Beef & Finish Off Stir Fry:
- Return beef to the pan with juices.
- Add soy sauce, fish sauce, rice wine, and scallions.
- Stir-fry until sauce thickens and glazes the beef.
- Serve:
- Serve over rice or with steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Gluten-free: Use potato, arrowroot, tapioca starch, or gluten-free flour.
- Read the blog post for additional tips and tricks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg