Ingredients

  • 1 lb. beef chuck or round steak, with fat trimmed
  • 1/4 c. soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger or 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/4 c. oil
  • 1 c. green onions, sliced very thin
  • 1 c. red or green peppers, cut in 1-inch squares
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced very thin
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 tomatoes, cut in wedges

Method

  • With sharp knife, cut beef across grain into thin strips 1/8-inch thick.
  • Combine soy sauce, garlic, ginger and beef; toss and set aside while cutting vegetables.
  • Brown meat over high heat until brown.
  • Taste meat.
  • If it is not tender, cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes over low heat.
  • Turn up heat and add vegetables; toss until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix cornstarch with water; add to meat.
  • Stir and cook until thickened.
  • Add tomatoes; heat thoroughly.
  • Serves 4.