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Beef Wtih Satin Eggs

Ingredients:

10 1/2 (300g) boneless veal or beef sirloin 5 eggs
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. scallions, chopped
1/4 tsp. ginger, chopped
2 tsp. meat broth seasoned with salt, sugar, sesame oil and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp. cornstarch (corn flour) dissolved in 1/2 tsp. water
2 cups (500ml) vegetable oil for deep-frying; uses about 3 1/2 oz (100ml)

Directions:

1. Wash the beef and cut into 1 inch (3mm) chunks

2. Beat the eggs and mix in the salt. MSG (optional), pepper and scallion.

3. Heat the oil in a wok. Deep-fry the beef over a low fire until cooked. Remove and drain well.

4. Pour the oil out of the wok, leaving only enough to cover the bottom, about 3 tbsp. Heat until the oil surface ripples. Add the ginger, beef, and broth, Bring to a boil. Stir the cornstarch-water mixture and add. Stirring to make a thin gravy. Sprinkle with the sesame oil. Add the eggs and cook, stirring, until they are scrambled but still soft. Remove and serve.

Tips on Cleaning Woks

Never scrub a wok, you will ruin it. Woks have tiny grooves designed to trap oil so the food won't stick and to prime the metal. Wipe wok with damp cloth and reapply oil after each use.

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