Beef Marinade For A Chinese Stir Fry Food

EASY CLASSIC CHINESE BEEF STIR FRY

Steps:

• Combine the cornstarch and 2 tbsp of water in a small bowl, mix until smooth.
• Mix in remaining Sauce ingredients EXCEPT the 1/3 cup water.
• Place the beef and 2 tbsp of Sauce in a bowl and mix gently. Set aside for 15 minutes.
• Add 1/3 cup water into the remaining Sauce. Set aside.
• Heat oil in wok over high heat. Add garlic and cook for 15 seconds.
• Add onion and cook for 1 minute.
• Add the beef and cook until it changes colour from red to light brown but not cooked through.
• Add bell pepper and carrots and stir fry for 30 seconds.
• Add Sauce and cook for 30 seconds.
• Add pak choy and scallions/shallots and cook for a further 1 minute until the Sauce is thickened.
• Remove from heat immediately.
• Serve immediately with rice - or for a low carb, low cal option, try Cauliflower Rice! Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro, if using.

HOW TO TENDERISE BEEF (VELVETING BEEF)

Steps:

• Slice beef thinly against the grain. (Note 3)
• Place in a bowl. Sprinkle over baking soda, toss with fingers to coat evenly.
• Refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes. (See Note 1 for different cuts)
• Rinse beef well with tap water. Shake off excess water, then use paper towels to blot away excess water (doesn't need to be 100% dry).
• Proceed with recipe of choice. Beef can be marinated or seasoned before cooking, stir fried or deep fried, and it will be soft and tender, "velvet" like. Use for Stir Fries, Stir Fried Noodles, Beef Stroganoff and any other recipe calling for quick-cooked beef strips.

MOUTHWATERING CHINESE MARINADE AND STIR-FRY SAUCE

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients and store in a large jar or Tupperware container. Store in refrigerator for up to three months. Mix well before using. Use on pork, chicken, beef, or as a stir-fry sauce.
• When I use it on chicken, I add a little orange juice. For beef, I add a little Worcestershire sauce. For pork, I add a little brown sugar.
• For best results, marinate your meats in the sauce overnight in a large zip-lock bag.

MARINATED BEEF STIR FRY

Steps:

• Slice meat across the grain into strips and place in a glass dish.
• Mix together the soy sauce, lemon juice and garlic and pour over the meat mixing well.
• Leave to marinate for approx 2hours to get the best flavour or longer if you wish.
• Meanwhile steam the brocolli, cauliflower & carrots or cook til just crisp tender in a microwave.
• When ready to cook, drain meat reserving the marinade.
• Heat oil in a large pan or wok until very hot.
• Add beef strips and cook quickly to seal. You may need to do this in 2 batches.
• Add the onion & cook, stirring til lightly browned.
• Add in the drained vegetables and toss to mix.
• Mix the cornflour with a little cold water and then add in the reserved marinade and more water to make 1 cup liquid.
• Add the liquid to the pan and stir til thickened and heated through.
• Serve over steamed rice and top with sliced spring onions.