| Cut the beef across the grain into thin 1/4" slices about 2" long. Mix sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sherry, sugar, and M.S.G. Set aside. Remove stems and strings from pea pods. Rinse the pea pods and pat dry with a towel. Put 2 Tbsp. oil in hot skillet over a high flame. Add salt first and then pea pods, stirring occasionally until the pods turn darker green (less than 1 minute). Remove pods and spread out on a plate. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 Tbsp. oil and ginger root. Stir in beef mixture and turn constantly until the beef is almost cooked (not over 2 minutes). Add pea pods and mix thoroughly. For crispness do not overcook. Serve immediately |
