Sichuan pepper beef stir-fry

Step 1

Mix all the marinade ingredients, except the beef, in a bowl. Add the strips of beef, mix well and leave to marinate for as long as possible, ideally overnight.

Step 2

For the stir fry, heat a wok over high heat and add the oil. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for two minutes.

Step 3

Add the red chilli and onion and stir-fry for less than a minute then add the rest of the vegetables and stir-fry for another minute.

Step 4

Add the hot stock and stir well. Add the light soy sauce to season.

Step 5

Bring to the boil, add the cornflour and water paste and stir to mix thoroughly.

Step 6

Add the spring onion, season to taste with the salt and ground white pepper.

Step 7

Serve with steamed jasmine rice.