Szechuan Stir-Fried Beef - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb boneless beef top sirloin steak, trimmed of fat
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons fresh gingerroot, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic

Preparation

Slice steak into thin slices, cutting across grain.
In a small bowl, stir next eight ingredients together until smooth.
Heat oil in a hot wok or deep skillet.
Add garlic and beef strips; stir-fry over high heat for 3-4 minutes or until cooked to the medium stage.
Quickly stir in sauce, continue to stir until sauce has lightly thickened and is bubbly.
Serve immediately over rice.
Crisp snow peas make the perfect accompaniment.