Spicy Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry
This Spicy Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry delivers vibrant flavors that will elevate your weeknight meals. With its tender slices of beef coated in a savory and slightly spicy sauce, combined with the freshness of green onions and garlic, this dish is perfect for those who crave a quick yet satisfying dinner. Whether you're looking to impress or just need a fast recipe, this one has become a staple in many households, thanks to its ease of preparation and delightful taste.
4
Servings
168
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Round steak
1 lb (thinly sliced)
Soy sauce
2 tablespoons (none)
Chili sauce
1/4 cup (preferably Heinz)
Dry sherry
1 tablespoon (none)
Cornstarch
1 teaspoon (none)
Ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Vegetable oil
3 tablespoons (none)
Garlic cloves
3 (smashed)
Green onion
1 bunch (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Instructions
1
To ease slicing, partially freeze the round steak until firm. Cut the beef into thin slices against the grain.
2
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, chili sauce, dry sherry, cornstarch, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and set aside.
3
In a wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the smashed garlic cloves and cut green onions, stir-frying for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4
Using a slotted spoon, remove the garlic and onions from the wok and set them aside in a bowl.
5
Add the remaining oil to the wok. On high heat, add the sliced beef in three batches. Stir-fry each batch until the beef is browned and loses its red color, then remove it from the wok and combine it with the garlic and onions.
6
Pour the chili sauce mixture into the wok and heat until bubbly. Once heated, return the beef and onion mixture to the wok, tossing to ensure everything is well-coated in sauce and warmed through.
7
Serve immediately over steamed rice, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
10g
Carbs
11g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Spicy Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry?
It is a quick and vibrant dish featuring tender beef slices coated in a savory, slightly spicy sauce with garlic and green onions.
What type of beef is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of round steak.
How should the beef be sliced?
The beef should be cut into thin slices against the grain.
What is a good tip for slicing beef thinly?
Partially freeze the round steak until firm to make slicing easier.
What ingredients are in the stir-fry sauce?
The sauce is a mixture of soy sauce, chili sauce, dry sherry, cornstarch, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Is there a specific brand of chili sauce recommended?
Heinz chili sauce is the preferred brand for this recipe.
How much soy sauce is needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
What role does cornstarch play in the recipe?
One teaspoon of cornstarch is used to help thicken the sauce.
How many garlic cloves are required?
The recipe uses 3 smashed garlic cloves.
How should the green onions be prepared?
Use 1 bunch of green onions cut into 1-inch pieces.
What kind of oil is used for stir-frying?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
How long do you cook the garlic and onions?
Stir-fry the garlic and onions for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Why should the beef be cooked in three batches?
Cooking in batches ensures the beef browns properly on high heat rather than steaming.
How do you know when the beef is done stir-frying?
The beef is done when it is browned and loses its red color.
At what point is the sauce added to the wok?
Pour the sauce mixture into the wok after the beef and aromatics have been removed, heating it until bubbly.
What do I do after the sauce becomes bubbly?
Return the beef and onion mixture to the wok and toss to coat everything in the sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What are the calories per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 168 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 11g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content for this dish?
Each serving contains 9g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 10g of carbohydrates per serving.
What category does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized under Meat.
What is the suggested serving accompaniment?
It is best served immediately over steamed rice.
Can I add a garnish?
Yes, you can garnish with additional green onions if desired.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 ingredients in total.
Does the recipe use fresh ginger?
No, it uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
How much red pepper flakes should I add?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
What type of alcohol is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of dry sherry.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick weeknight meal?
Yes, it is specifically described as a fast recipe that has become a staple for quick dinners.
What is the heat level for cooking the beef?
The beef should be stir-fried on high heat.