Sichuan Beef & Snow Peas Stir-Fry

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick, savory stir-fry with tender beef and crisp snow peas in a spicy, umami-rich sauce.
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This Sichuan Beef & Snow Peas Stir-Fry is a vibrant, restaurant-quality dish that comes together in under thirty minutes. Thinly sliced beef is marinated in soy sauce, sherry, and cornstarch to ensure a tender texture and deep savory flavor. It is then quickly stir-fried with crisp snow peas, sweet onions, and juicy tomatoes. The sauce, thickened with cornstarch and spiked with crushed red pepper, clings beautifully to every ingredient, offering a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and spicy notes. It’s an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours of prep. Serve it hot over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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Sichuan Beef & Snow Peas Stir-Fry

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 202.5

Description

This Sichuan Beef & Snow Peas Stir-Fry is a vibrant, restaurant-quality dish that comes together in under thirty minutes. Thinly sliced beef is marinated in soy sauce, sherry, and cornstarch to ensure a tender texture and deep savory flavor. It is then quickly stir-fried with crisp snow peas, sweet onions, and juicy tomatoes. The sauce, thickened with cornstarch and spiked with crushed red pepper, clings beautifully to every ingredient, offering a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and spicy notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner that feels special without requiring hours of prep. Serve it hot over steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a complete, satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Slice the beef across the grain into thin strips.
  2. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, dry sherry, and minced garlic.
  3. Add the beef strips to the marinade and stir to coat evenly.
  4. Let the beef stand for 15 minutes to tenderize.
  5. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, blend the remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, crushed red pepper, and 3/4 cup water until smooth; set aside.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  7. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 1 minute until just cooked through; remove from pan and set aside.
  8. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same pan over high heat.
  9. Add snow peas and onion chunks; stir-fry for 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  10. Return the beef to the pan, add the tomato chunks and the soy sauce mixture.
  11. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce boils, thickens, and the tomato is heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 202.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g15%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 46.5mg16%
Sodium 698.5mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 10.2g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 17.8g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Slice the beef against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness.

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of crushed red pepper or add a teaspoon of Sichuan peppercorns.

You can substitute fresh snow peas with snap peas or broccoli florets if preferred.

Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles to soak up the savory sauce.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet to maintain texture.

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