"Coarsely crushed black peppercorns star in this quick weeknight dish, which is built primarily from pantry staples Don’t be shy about adding the entire tablespoon of pepper, as it balances out the richness of the beef and adds a lightly spicy bite to the dish A quick rub of garlic, brown sugar, salt, pepper and cornstarch seasons the beef; the cornstarch helps tenderize the beef and later imparts a silky texture to the sauce..."
INGREDIENTS
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1
tablespoon whole black peppercorns, coarsely crushed with the bottom of a cup or pan
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3
garlic cloves, grated
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2
teaspoons light brown sugar
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1
teaspoon cornstarch
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Kosher salt
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¾
pound sirloin steak, thinly sliced crosswise
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3
tablespoons sunflower oil or other neutral oil
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2
tablespoons soy sauce
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½
head small green cabbage (about 8 ounces), thinly sliced
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1
tablespoon sherry vinegar
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1
tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, crushed with your fingertips
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2
scallions, thinly sliced
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Cooked rice, for serving