Beef and Scallion Stir-Fry

Yields 2 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for serving
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1 1/4 pounds flank steak, cut diagonally across the grain into 1/2-by-3-inch strips
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 scallions, sliced crosswise 1 1/2 inch thick, white and green parts kept separate
• White rice, for serving

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup water, hoisin sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, salt and red pepper flakes; set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over high heat. Working in two batches, add the steak and cook until lightly browned, turning once, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil, garlic and whites of scallions to pan. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Whisk the hoisin mixture and add to pan along with scallion greens.
5. Add the meat and cook, while stirring, for 1 minute.
6. Serve with rice and red pepper flakes, if desired.

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