Chinese Muslim Stir-Fried Beef And Celery (Qin Cai Chao Niu Rou)

1. 1

   In small bowl, mix raw ground beef with salt.

2. 2

   Mince chili pepper and celery (3mm pieces). The Chinese leave the seeds in the chili, which yields a spicy dish. You may remove them if you like.

3. 3

   Thinly slice garlic.

4. 4

   Heat empty wok over highest heat for 30 seconds. Add peanut oil and swirl to heat. When oil starts to smoke, add garlic and stir a few seconds until slightly fragrant.

5. 5

   Quickly, before garlic burns, add chili peppers and celery and stir-fry several minutes. They should not lose their color.

6. 6

   Remove vegetables to a bowl, leaving as much oil in the wok as possible.

7. 7

   Again make sure wok is very hot, then add peppercorns and sizzle briefly until fragrant.

8. 8

   Add beef and stir-fry a minute or two until done.

9. 9

   Add vegetables to meat, combine thoroughly, and serve with rice and several other Chinese dishes.

10. 10

    Serves four as part of a Chinese meal. Serves 1 or 2 with no other dishes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.