Cumin-Spiced Beef Platter
A flavorful Chinese dish featuring tender beef slices seasoned with aromatic cumin and Sichuan pepper. Quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
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This classic Chinese bar snack turns simple beef into something extraordinary. The combination of warm cumin and numbing Sichuan pepper creates an addictive flavor profile that keeps you reaching for more.
Ingredients
beef tenderloin or flank steak
300g, thinly sliced against the grain
green onions
3 stalks, chopped
ginger
1 inch, finely minced
garlic
3 cloves, minced
vegetable oil
3 tablespoons
cumin powder
1 teaspoon
Sichuan pepper powder
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
light soy sauce
1 tablespoon
rice wine
1 tablespoon
cornstarch
1 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Prep the beef
Slice the beef thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces. Remove any tough tendons or membranes. Toss with cornstarch, soy sauce, and rice wine. Let sit for 10 minutes while you prep the other ingredients.
2
Create the flavor base
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add ginger and garlic, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant. The aromatics should sizzle immediately.
3
Cook the beef
Add the marinated beef in a single layer. Let sear for 1 minute without stirring, then toss and cook another 2 minutes until browned but still tender. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
4
Season and finish
Sprinkle in cumin, Sichuan pepper, and salt. Toss everything together for 1 minute so the spices coat the beef evenly. Add green onions, give one final toss, and serve immediately over steamed rice.
