herbiehancock

Beef and Broccoli from Amy For the beef: 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 pound flank steak, sliced against the grain in 1/4-inch x 1-inch pieces (note: freeze the beef flat for 20 minutes first, for quick and easy slicing) For the sauce: 4 tablespoons oyster sauce 4 tablespoons soy sauce 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 2 tablespoons water For the rest: 1 large head of broccoli, cut up into florets 1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1 inch pieces 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated or minced fresh ginger 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar Grape seed or other neutral oil Method In a medium bowl, stir together the cornstarch, baking soda, salt, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of water. Add the beef and mix until well coated. Set aside. In another small bowl, add all the ingredients for the sauce; whisk until well combined. S...

Spicy Pork and Asparagus Stir Fry adapted from Bon Appetit Ingredients 2 tablespoons + 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons Shaoxing (Chinese rice wine) 4 teaspoons cornstarch 1 1/2 pounds ground pork (preferably coarsely ground) 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided 1 pound thin asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch pieces 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger 2 tablespoons chile garlic sauce 1/4 cup oyster sauce 1 tablespoon honey 4 scallions, sliced Method Whisk 2 tablespoons soy sauce, Shaoxing and cornstarch in medium bowl. Add pork and mix lightly to blend. Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in heavy large wok (or deep skillet) over high heat. Add asparagus, chile sauce and ginger. Toss until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus mixture to plate and set aside. Add remaining tablespoon sesame oil to wok. Add pork mixture and stir-fry until browned, using spoon to break up pork into small pieces, about 4 minutes. Return asparagus mi...