How to Prepare Beef for Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef flank steak or chuck steak (450g, sliced against the grain)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Water (3 tablespoons per pound)
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons oyster sauce or soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Shaoxing Wine (Optional)

Steps

1. Add baking soda and water to the sliced beef and massage with hands until all of the liquid is absorbed. Let stand 1-2 hours.
2. Rinse the beef thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear. Drain.
3. Add oil, oyster sauce/soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (optional), and cornstarch to the beef. Set aside to marinate for 15-30 minutes, and then your beef is ready to use.