Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lb. beef top round or sirloin steak (about 1 inch thick)
  • 1/4 c. vegetable oil
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 medium onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
  • 2 medium green peppers, cut into strips
  • uncooked instant rice
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 to 3 tsp. sugar (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 2 medium tomatoes

Method

  • Trim fat from beef; cut beef into strips (2 x 1 x 1/4-inch). Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • Add beef; cook, turning frequently until brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in water, onion, garlic salt and ginger.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes for round steak, 5 to 8 minutes for sirloin.
  • Add green pepper strips during last 5 minutes of simmering.