Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• Soy Sauce1 tsp
• Dry sherry1 tsp
• Cornstarch1/2 tsp
• Black Pepper1/8 teaspoon
• Sirloin steak1 lb
• Oyster Sauce2 tablespoons
• Dry sherry1 tsp
• Soy Sauce1 tablespoon
• Chicken Stock1/4 cup
• Broccoli1 lb
• High Heat Cooking Oil2 tablespoons
• Garlic2 cloves minced
• Cornstarch1 tsp
• Water1 tablespoon

Directions

1. 1

   Marinate the beef:

2. 2

   Stir together the beef marinade ingredients (1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon Chinese rice wine, 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper) in a medium bowl.

3. 3

   Add the beef slices and stir until coated. Let stand for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Prepare the sauce:

5. 5

   Stir together the sauce ingredients (2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon Chinese rice wine, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1/4 cup chicken broth) in a small bowl. Set aside.

6. 6

   Blanch or steam the broccoli:

7. 7

   Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain thoroughly.

8. 8

   Stir-fry the beef:

9. 9

   Heat a large frying pan or wok over high heat until a bead of water sizzles and instantly evaporates upon contact. Add the cooking oil and swirl to coat.

10. 10

    Add the beef and immediately spread it out all over the surface of the wok or pan in a single layer (preferably not touching).