Garlic Beef Shreds
Tender beef shreds stir-fried with fragrant garlic and crisp chili peppers, finished with a savory soy sauce glaze. This quick and aromatic dish delivers bold garlicky flavor with a hint of heat in every bite.
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This classic Chinese stir-fry showcases the beauty of quick cooking—thinly shredded beef absorbs the garlicky marinade beautifully, while fresh chilies add color and a gentle kick. Serve over steamed rice for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
beef (sirloin or tenderloin), thinly sliced into shreds
250g
garlic cloves, divided
5–6 cloves
fresh ginger, divided
1 small piece
fresh red or green chili peppers, cut into shreds
2–3 peppers
light soy sauce
1 tbsp
cooked camellia or vegetable oil
2 tbsp
sesame oil, for finishing
to taste
salt
to taste
Instructions
1
Prep the ingredients
Cut the beef into thin shreds. Slice half the garlic and ginger into thin pieces; finely mince the remaining half. Cut the chilies into thin shreds, removing seeds for less heat if desired.
2
Marinate the beef
Place the beef shreds in a bowl. Add the sliced garlic and ginger. Drizzle with light soy sauce and about half the oil. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.
3
Stir-fry the aromatics
Heat the remaining oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
4
Cook the beef and peppers
Add the marinated beef shreds and chili shreds to the wok. Stir-fry quickly over high heat for 2–3 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the peppers are slightly softened. Season with salt. Drizzle with a little sesame oil and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
