Hunter'S Beef - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless beef steaks, cut 3/4-inch thick (economical cuts like bottom round work well)
3 -4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
3 stalks celery, cut on diagonal in 1-inch slices
1/2 lb mushroom, sliced in thirds
1 bunch scallion, chopped (white & green parts)
1 cup red wine
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preparation

Trim fat from meat.
Cut into 4-6 serving size pieces.
Pound with meat hammer until 1/4-1/2\" thin and tenderized.
Combine flour, salt, and black pepper.
Rub mixture onto the steaks to thoroughly coat.
Heat oil in large flat bottom skillet that has a lid.
Add the meat and brown on both sides.
Scatter the celery, mushrooms, and 3/4 of the scallions over the top.
In a small bowl, combine the red wine, soy sauce, ginger, cinnamon, and cayenne.
Pour over the meat & vegetables.
Bring to a simmer.
Simmer covered for 1 hour. (can be simmered an additional 30-45 minutes without adverse effects).
Serve with pan sauce and vegetables poured over and sprinkled with remaining scallions.