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.