Chinese Beef And Pea Pods Recipe

Name: Chinese Beef And Pea Pods
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. sirloin steak (3/4-inch thick); 1 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 slice fresh ginger root, crushed; 1 clove garlic; 1 (7 oz.) pkg. frozen Chinese snow peas; 1/4 c. salad oil; 1/4 lb. sliced mushrooms; 3 stalks celery, sliced diagonally; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts; 1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth; 3 Tbsp. cornstarch; 2 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. sugar; chow mein noodles

Servings: persons

1 lb. sirloin steak (3/4-inch thick)
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 slice fresh ginger root, crushed
1 clove garlic
1 (7 oz.) pkg. frozen Chinese snow peas
1/4 c. salad oil
1/4 lb. sliced mushrooms
3 stalks celery, sliced diagonally
1 medium onion, sliced
1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts
1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth
3 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. sugar
chow mein noodles

1
Cut meat diagonally into very thin slices.
2
Mix 1 tablespoon soy sauce, ginger and garlic.
3
Sprinkle on the meat; toss. Marinate meat 1 hour.
4
Place frozen snow peas in colander; run cold water over peas just until separated.
5
Drain.
6
In large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil; brown meat, stirring frequently.
7
Remove meat; keep warm.
8
Add 2 tablespoons oil; cook and stir mushrooms, celery, onion and chestnuts for 2 minutes. Stir in snow peas and 1 cup of the broth.
9
Cover and cook 2 minutes.
10
Mix remaining broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, salt and sugar; pour into skillet.
11
Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils.
12
Boil and stir 1 minute.
13
Add meat; heat through.
14
Serve over chow mein noodles.

585

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. sirloin steak (3/4-inch thick), 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, 1 slice fresh ginger root, crushed, 1 clove garlic, and more.

Yes, Chinese Beef And Pea Pods falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Beef And Pea Pods

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Variations & substitutions

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