Beef with Snow Peas

1. 1
   prep · ~10 min

   Slice and marinate the beef.

   1.Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain into bite-sized strips.

   2.In a bowl, toss beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper.

   3.Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.

   TIPPartially freezing the beef for 20 minutes makes it much easier to slice thinly.
2. 2
   mix · ~2 min

   Make the stir-fry sauce.

   1.In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, water, and brown sugar.

   2.Stir until the sugar dissolves. Set aside near the stove.
3. 3
   fry · ~3 min

   Sear the beef.

   1.Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering.

   2.Add the marinated beef in a single layer and let it sear undisturbed for 1 minute.

   3.Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until just browned. Transfer to a plate.

   TIPDon't crowd the pan — cook the beef in two batches if needed to get a good sear.
4. 4
   saute · ~3 min

   Cook the aromatics and snow peas.

   1.Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the wok.

   2.Add garlic, ginger, and the white parts of scallions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   3.Add snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.

   4.Season with a pinch of salt.
5. 5
   mix · ~1 min

   Combine and finish the dish.

   1.Return the beef and any accumulated juices to the wok.

   2.Pour in the stir-fry sauce and toss everything together for 1 minute.

   3.The sauce will thicken slightly and coat the beef and snow peas.
6. 6
   garnish

   Garnish with scallion greens and serve immediately.

   Scatter the reserved green scallion slices over the top. Serve hot over steamed rice.

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