Mongolian Beef I

Ingredients and Weight:

• Beef sirloin: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
• Red bell peppers: 2, sliced into pieces
• Onion: 1, chopped
• Garlic: 3-4 cloves, minced
• Szechuan pepper or pepper flakes: 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar or white wine vinegar: 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: to taste
• Spring onions or scallions: for garnishing (optional)

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the beef by slicing it into thin strips. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside as the sauce.
3. Heat up a pan with some oil and add the Szechuan pepper or pepper flakes to release the aroma.
4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and stir-fry for a minute.
5. Throw in the beef strips and stir-fry over high heat until the beef is no longer red.
6. Add the sauce mixture and let it cook for a few minutes, allowing the beef to absorb the flavors.
7. Lastly, add the sliced red bell peppers and stir-fry for another minute or two.
8. Garnish with spring onions or scallions if desired and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

(Based on the given ingredients and typical nutritional values)

• Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (without considering the exact quantity of each ingredient)
• Protein: High
• Fat: Moderate (mainly from beef)
• Carbohydrates: Low (from vegetables and sauce)
• Fiber: Good (from vegetables)

Dish Characteristics:

• A classic American-style Mongolian beef dish with a sweet and spicy flavor profile.
• The beef is tender and juicy while the sauce is rich and flavorful.
• The dish is full of texture and color from the combination of beef and red bell peppers.

User Comments:

1. "This Mongolian beef is delicious! The flavor is just like what I had in Chinese restaurants." - John Doe, New York.
2. "I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this dish. The beef is so tender and juicy." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles.
3. "The sauce is really flavorful and goes well with the beef. This is a great dish for a family dinner." - Michael Johnson, San Francisco.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a high-quality beef cut like sirloin for best results.
• Adjust the heat level by adding more or less Szechuan pepper or pepper flakes.
• Stir-frying over high heat helps to lock in the juices of the beef, making it tender and juicy.