- Difficulty
- medium
- Serving
- 4
- Time
- 20 mins
Ingredients:
- 300g beef (sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 3-4 fresh red chillies, thinly sliced (adjust to your preferred spice level)
- 1 cup celery, cut into thin diagonal slices (try to use tender stalks)
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced (optional, if you like extra crunch)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- 1/4 cup water (or beef broth for extra flavour)
Instructions
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Marinate the beef:
- In a small bowl, mix the beef slices with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Toss well to coat the beef and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
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Prepare the sauce:
- In a separate small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/4 cup of water (or beef broth). Stir until the sugar dissolves and set aside.
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Stir-fry the beef:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
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Stir-fry the aromatics and vegetables:
- In the same wok, add another 1 tablespoon of oil. Toss in the fresh chilli slices and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant (be careful not to burn them).
- Add the garlic and onion, stir-fry for another 1 minute until softened and aromatic.
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Cook the celery:
- Add the celery to the wok and stir-fry on high heat for 2-3 minutes until the celery is tender yet still crunchy. The key is not to overcook it—keeping the celery crisp will balance the textures.
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Combine everything and simmer:
- Return the cooked beef to the wok with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and everything to come together.
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Serve:
- Once everything is well mixed and heated through, serve the Spicy Stir-Fried Beef with Crisp Celery & Chilli Slices immediately, garnished with fresh coriander or a drizzle of sesame oil for extra flavour.
Tips:
- Balance the flavours: The key to making the celery flavour more appealing is to balance it with a good amount of seasoning. The salty soy sauce, savoury oyster sauce, and tangy rice vinegar help round out the dish, making the celery more enjoyable.
- Cut celery thinly: Cutting the celery into thin slices or diagonals helps it cook quickly and soften, reducing its strong flavour while still maintaining its crunch.
- Spice it to taste: Adjust the number of fresh chillies to your preferred spice level. For a milder version, you can omit them or add just one.
- Serve with rice: This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice, allowing you to savour the sauce along with the beef and vegetables.
To find tips on seasoning and cleaning our hand hammered wok, visit FAQ.
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