Title: Stir-Fried Beef with Asparagus and Snow Peas
Categories: Beef
Yield: 6 Servings

1	lb	Lean sirloin steak -- fat
		Trimmed
3	tb	Dry sherry
2	tb	Dark sesame oil
1	tb	Grated gingerroot
1	tb	Minced garlic
1	ts	Safflower oil
2		Green onions
3/4	lb	Asparagus
1/2	c	Red bell pepper --
		Julienned
2	tb	Oyster sauce
2	tb	Arrowroot powder
1	c	Trimmed whole snow peas

1. Cut steak into thin strips. Place in a large bowl with sherry, sesame oil, gingerroot, and garlic. Let marinate 15 minutes.

2. Cut green onions into 1/2-inch pieces, and trim asparagus and cut into 1-inch lengths. Heat wok over medium-high heat and add safflower oil. Stir-fry green onions, asparagus, and bell pepper for 2 minutes, then remove to a platter and keep warm in oven.

3. Add steak and marinade to wok and stir-fry for 3 minutes. In a small bowl combine oyster sauce and arrowroot. Add to steak and cook for 1 minute. Add vegetable mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Toss in snow peas, cover wok, and cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately.

Recipe By : the California Culinary Academy

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