Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 8 of 9 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Beef | 100g cooked | 250 |
| Peanut Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Onion | 1 medium (110g) | 44 |
| Soy Sauce | 1 tbsp (15ml) | 9 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Ginger | 1 tsp grated fresh (2g) | 2 |
| Stew | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs (700 g) stew beef cut into 1-inch (3 cm) cubes
- 3 inch (8 cm) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and finely chopped
- 8 cloves garlic, peeled and flattened with the side of a cleaver or knife, but not chopped
- 3 scallions (spring onions) white and green parts, cut into 2-inch (5 cm) lengths
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) peanut oil
- 1 tsp (5 ml) hot red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Szechwan peppercorns*
- 1 tsp (5 ml) sugar
- 3 Tbs (45 ml) soy sauce
- 1/2 lb (250 g) Chinese noodles or fettuccine, cooked accordi ng to package directions
- 2 scallions (spring onions) white and green parts, thinly sliced
Directions
In a mixing bowl combine the beef, ginger, garlic, the 3 scallions, hot pepper flakes, and Szechwan peppercorns.
Heat the oil in a wok or large, heavy skillet until the surface of the oil shimmers and a few small wisps of smoke appear.
Add the meat and seasonings and stir fry over maximum heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the sugar and soy sauce and continue stir frying for 2 more minutes.
Pour in enough water to cover the meat; and reduce the heat to low.
Cook covered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the meat is very tender.
To serve, place a portion of noodles in the bottom of a soup bowl and ladle the beef on top of the noodles, making sure everyone gets a generous helping of the sauce, and sprinkle with the sliced scallions.
Serves 4 to 6.