Easy Classic Chinese Beef Stir Fry

Step 1

Combine the cornstarch and 2 tbsp of water in a small bowl, mix until smooth.

Step 2

Mix in remaining Sauce ingredients EXCEPT the 1/3 cup water.

Step 3

Place the beef and 2 tbsp of Sauce in a bowl and mix gently. Set aside for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Add 1/3 cup water into the remaining Sauce. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat oil in wok over high heat. Add garlic and cook for 15 seconds.

Step 6

Add onion and cook for 1 minute.

Step 7

Add the beef and cook until it changes colour from red to light brown but not cooked through.

Step 8

Add bell pepper and carrots and stir fry for 30 seconds.

Step 9

Add Sauce and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 10

Add pak choy and scallions/shallots and cook for a further 1 minute until the Sauce is thickened.

Step 11

Remove from heat immediately.

Step 12

Serve immediately with rice - or for a low carb, low cal option, try Cauliflower Rice! Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro, if using.