Cilantro Beef Stir-fry

Cilantro Beef Stir-fry

Ingredients

• 200g beef
• a handful cilantro (coriander)
• garlic
• ginger
• red chili pepper
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp cooking wine
• 2–3 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
• black pepper
• sugar
• Sichuan pepper powder
• cumin powder

Instructions

1. Cut the beef into strips or thin slices. Add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, a pinch of sugar, cracked black pepper, cumin powder, Sichuan pepper powder, cornstarch, and a drizzle of oil. Mix well and marinate for a while.
2. Cut the ginger into julienne strips; mince the garlic and red chili pepper. Set aside.
3. Wash the cilantro and cut into sections.
4. Heat oil in a wok. Optionally toss in a few Sichuan peppercorns to bloom, then remove and discard. Add the julienned ginger, minced garlic, and chili; stir-fry until fragrant.
5. If you like, add a pinch of cumin to bloom in the oil. Slide in the marinated beef and stir-fry quickly until it changes color. Splash in the cooking wine for aroma.
6. Once the beef is no longer pink, add the cilantro and a pinch of chicken bouillon. Toss quickly for a few seconds—do not overcook.
7. Transfer to a plate and serve.