Ingredients

  • 34-1 lb flank steak, cut diagonally into thin strips
  • 1 sweet onion, sliced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 medium green peppers, seeded and cut into strips
  • 8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 13 cup water
  • 14 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 12 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 14 cup vegetable oil

Method

  • In a small saucepan, over low heat, dissolve bouillon in water.
  • Combine soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch and sugar; stir into bouillon mixture.
  • In a large heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over high heat.
  • Add garlic and meat; stir-fry for 2 minutes( meat will be slightly pink in the center).
  • Remove meat and juices.
  • Wipe pan; heat 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Add vegetables and stir-fry 2 minutes over high heat.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil around edge of pan; add meat and juices, then bouillon mixture.
  • Stir, covered and cook 2 minutes.