Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef chuck or round steak
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon dry
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red or preen peppers cut into 1 inch squares
  • 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tomatoes cut into wedges

Method

  • With a sharp knife cut beef across grain into thin strips, approximately 1/8 inch thick.
  • Combine soy sauce, garlic, ginger in a large bowl.
  • Add beef to mixture, toss, and set to the side. Heat oil in large skillet or wok, adding beef and toss over a high heat until browned.
  • Taste the meat to see if tender.
  • If not then cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes over a low heat.
  • Once tender, add vegetables and toss until tender (approximately 10 minutes).
  • Mix cornstarch with water and add to pan, stirring until thick.
  • Once thickened and tomatoes and heat through.
  • Serve.