Spicy Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 3 shallots, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp chili paste (sambal oelek or similar)
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the 1 lb beef dry with paper towels and season with 0.5 tsp salt. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.

2. 2

   Add the beef in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and sear without moving until browned and crispy on one side, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add the 3 sliced shallots and 1 sliced onion; cook, stirring, until softened and golden, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the 2 tbsp chili paste and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Return the beef to the skillet and toss to coat everything in the chili mixture.

5. 5

   Cook for 1-2 minutes until the beef is heated through and the sauce clings to the meat. Serve hot with lime wedges to squeeze over.

6. 6

   For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes with the chili paste.

Tools you’ll need

• Large skillet
• Cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Spatula

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