beef stir fry

Directions

1. 1
   Slice the beef into thin slivers and mix with the soy sauce, rice wine, five-spice powder and black pepper. Leave on one side to marinate for about 30 minutes
2. 2
   Heat a wok over a high heat, and when hot, add the oil. Stir-fry the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds before adding the beef and its marinade and cooking for another minute.
3. 3
   Add the vegetables and chillies to the wok, and fry briskly for a further minute
4. 4
   Pour in the hot chicken stock and add a splash of dark soy sauce.
5. 5
   Mix the cornflour with the water and pour into the pan, while still on the heat. Stir until thickened, season to taste, and serve straight away with a mound of steamed jasmine rice.