SPICY SHREDDED BEEF

Preparation Method :

• Place the beef in the freezer for 30 - 40 minutes to firm up. With a sharp knife, slice the beef very thinly, and then cut each slice into fine strips or shreds.
• Mix the light and dark soy sauces with the rice wine or medium-dry sherry and sugar in a bowl.
• Add the strips of beef and stir well to ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade.
• Heat a wok and add half the oil. When it is hot, stir-fry the onion and ginger for 3 - 4 minutes, then transfer to a plate.
• Add the carrot, stir-fry for 3 - 4 minutes until slightly softened, then transfer to a plate and keep warm.
• Heat the remaining oil in the wok, and then quickly add the beef, with the marinade, followed by the chillies.
• Cook over high heat for 2 minutes, stirring all the time.
• Return the fried onion and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for 1 minute more.
• Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, cover, and cook for 30 seconds.
• Spoon the meat into two warmed bowls and add the strips of carrots.
• Garnish with fresh chives and serve immediately.