Chinese Recipe : Shredded Beef with Sesame Seeds

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb. steak
• 1 egg white
• salt, to taste
• 2 tsp. cornstarch
• 2/3 c. peanut or vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp. sesame seeds

Sauce:

• 1 tsp. soy sauce
• 1 tsp. cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 2 tsp. Sherry
• 1 scallion, chopped

Directions:

1. Cut steak into thin strips "shreds" that are about 3" long.
2. Whisk together egg white, salt, and cornstarch.
3. dd beef, toss, and refrigerate for 20 mins.
4. Heat oil in a wok, until it is moderately hot.
5. Add the beef mixture, and stir-fry until beef is white. Immediately, drain beef, and set aside.
6. Wipe out wok and add 1 tbsp. of oil. Reheat wok until hot.
7. Add sesame seeds, and stir-fry until slightly brown.
8. Add the sauce ingredients, and bring to a boil.
9. Return the cooked beef to the pan, and stir-fry for 2 mins., coating the pieces thoroughly.