
Tender slices of beef tossed in a savory, umami-rich black bean sauce with bright aromatics and crisp vegetables. Fast enough for weeknights yet layered with deep fermented flavor and a glossy, spoonable sauce.
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain
2 tbsp fermented black beans, rinsed and lightly mashed
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp shaoxing wine
2 tbsp cornstarch, divided
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 clove garlic, finely minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely minced
1 yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
3 stalk scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup beef or chicken stock
1 tsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 tbsp water
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.

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