Spicy Beef With Peppers - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. cornstarch, divided
4 Tbsp. soy sauce, divided
4 Tbsp. dry sherry or cooking wine
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 to 1 tsp. red pepper (according to taste)
1 lb. beef flank or top round, thinly sliced diagonally
1/2 c. water
3 Tbsp. corn oil
1 green pepper, cut in strips

Preparation

In medium bowl, stir together 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sherry, garlic and red pepper until smooth.
Add beef; toss to coat well.
In small bowl, stir in remaining cornstarch, soy sauce, dry sherry and water until smooth; set aside.
In wok or large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
Add pepper; stir-fry 1 minute and remove.
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons of oil; add beef and stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes or until brown.
Add pepper; restir cornstarch mix and add to wok.
Stirring constantly, bring to boil; let simmer until it is done.
Serve over rice.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.