Szechuan Beef is a flavorful and slightly spicy Chinese dish known for its bold and aromatic flavors. Tender beef slices are stir-fried with Szechuan peppercorns, garlic, and chili for a mouthwatering experience. This dish balances heat and numbing sensation, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Serve it with steamed rice for an authentic Szechuan culinary adventure.
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the vegetable oil and let it heat until it shimmers.
Step 2
Add the Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove and discard any excess peppercorns.
Step 3
Add the sliced beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until it's no longer pink. Remove the beef from the wok and set it aside.
Step 4
In the same wok, add the minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
Step 5
Return the cooked beef to the wok, and add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the beef is evenly coated with the sauce.
Step 6
Add the chopped scallions and peanuts (if using), and stir-fry for an additional minute.
Step 7
Serve the Szechuan Beef hot over steamed rice. Enjoy your homemade Szechuan culinary delight!