Asian Ginger Beef

Ingredients

• Cut beef steak in half lengthwise, then slice each half crosswise into 1/4 inch slices.
• In a medium bowl, combine sugar, sherry, soy sauce, 1/4 tsp grated ginger and garlic, blend well.
• Add beef and stir to coat.
• Cover and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes to marinate.
• Meanwhile, place carrots in a small sauce pan and cover with water.
• Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 3-5 minutes until tender crisp.
• In a large skillet or wok, combine oil and 3 tbs sliced fresh ginger.
• Cook over medium high heat for 4 minutes or until lightly browned, then remove ginger from the pan.
• Drain beef and reserve the marinade.
• Add beef to hot oil in skillet, then stir fry for 2-3 minutes or until the beef is browned.
• In a small bowl, combine reserved soy sauce mixture, cornstarch and water, blend well.
• Add the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring frequently.
• Add carrots and cook until heated through.
• Serve over rice.