Szechuan Beef

1. 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or any neutral-flavored oil)
   
2. 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
   
3. 1/4 cup corn starch
   
4. 1/2 cup yellow onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
   
5. 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
   
6. 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
   
7. 25 small dried red chilies (or more if desired)
   
8. 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns (optional)
   
9. 2 teaspoons minced garlic
   
10. 1 teaspoon minced ginger
    
11. Salt and pepper to taste
    

For the Sauce:

1. 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
   
2. 1 1/2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
   
3. 1 tablespoon sesame oil
   
4. 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
   
5. 1 tablespoon corn starch
   
6. 1/3 cup beef broth
   

Instructions:
Prepare the steak: In a bowl, toss the thinly sliced flank steak with 1/4 cup of corn starch until the beef is evenly coated. Set aside.

Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, corn starch, and beef broth. Set aside.

Heat the oil: Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Cook the beef: Once the oil is hot, add the coated steak slices in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the beef is browned and crispy. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.

Stir fry the vegetables: In the same pan, add the yellow onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Stir fry for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Add the aromatics: Add the dried red chilies, Sichuan peppercorns (if using), minced garlic, and minced ginger to the pan. Stir fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Combine with sauce: Return the cooked beef to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef.

Season and serve: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the Szechuan Beef hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Enjoy this spicy and flavorful Szechuan Beef, perfect for those who love a kick of heat in their meals!