Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mix cornstarch, 1 tbsp cooking oil, and soy sauce, and add sliced beef to coat.

Step 2

Peel garlic and smash it with the side of the knife. You can also chop it or mince it if you prefer.

Step 3

Heat a wok or large skillet with 2 tbsp cooking oil and when oil is hot add beef and cook stirring occasionally for about 2 minutes, and then add 1 tbsp of cumin. Stir fry another 3 minutes or until the meat is mostly browned.

Step 4

Remove beef from heat but keep the oil / juice in the wok / skillet. Set aside.

Step 5

If there isn’t any oil left behind, go ahead and add some more cooking oil. Add sliced onions and stir fry about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the beef back in to wok, add 1 tbsp of cumin, salt, scallions, and dried red chili pepper (optional) and stir fry everything for about 2 more minutes or until everything is cooked thoroughly.

Step 7

Remove from heat and serve!