fried beef with celery

How to Make Stir-Fried Celery with Beef: A Complete Guide

Stir-fried celery with beef is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish loved for its tender beef and crisp celery. Here’s a step-by-step guide to perfecting it.

Ingredients:

- 200g beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

- 3 celery stalks, sliced diagonally

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tbsp oyster sauce

- 1 tsp cornstarch

- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Optional: 1 tsp sesame oil for aroma

Instructions:

1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, combine beef, soy sauce, cornstarch, and a pinch of pepper. Let it sit for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Prep vegetables: Wash and slice celery diagonally for better texture. Mince garlic.

3. Stir-fry beef: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add beef and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

4. Cook celery: In the same wok, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add celery. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly crisp.

5. Combine and season: Return beef to the wok. Add oyster sauce, salt, and a splash of water. Stir-fry for 1 minute until everything is well-coated. Drizzle with sesame oil if using.

6. Serve: Transfer to a plate and enjoy hot with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra flavor, marinate beef with a dash of baking soda for 10 minutes to make it extra tender. Adjust seasoning based on your preference for saltiness or sweetness. This dish balances protein and veggies, making it a healthy weeknight meal.