Spicy Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry Recipe | Authentic Sichuan-Style Beef
Spicy Szechuan Beef Stir-Fry is a bold and flavorful Chinese-inspired dish featuring tender strips of beef stir-fried with colorful vegetables in a spicy, savory Szechuan sauce. Infused with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, chili paste, and the signature numbing heat of Sichuan peppercorns, this quick and easy recipe delivers an irresistible balance of spicy, smoky, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend dinners, it pairs wonderfully with steamed jasmine rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.
Cooking Method
- Toss the beef with the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
- Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Stir-fry the beef for 2–3 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
- Mix the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, chili paste, brown sugar, Sichuan peppercorns, and water.
- Return the beef to the pan and pour in the sauce.
- Stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
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