Me: how many kids do you want?

My sweet 3 kids (unanimously): Two!

Me: why not 3?

All kids: Mom, look at you. You are always tired!!!

Vietnamese shaking beef (bò lúc lắc)

(Adapted from Diem Nauy)

For 5 servings

1 lb beef sirloin (cut into 1/2″ cubes)
1.5 tsp sugar
1.5 tsp chicken powder
1 tbs + 2 tsp oyster sauce
1/2 tbs corn starch
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 tbs canola oil
2 green bell pepper (cut into 1/2″ cubes)
2 red bell pepper (cut into 1/2″ cubes)
1 onion (cut into 1/2″ cubes)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
Pepper to taste

1. In a medium bowl, mix beef + sugar + chicken powder + oyster sauce + corn starch + minced garlic. Set aside for 15-30 minutes.
2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat canola oil over high heat.
3. Add marinated beef and stir fry quickly for 1-2 minutes.
4. Remove the meat to a clean plate.
5. Use the same nonstick skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
6. Add green bell pepper + red bell pepper + onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Add the beef back into the skillet for a quick stir fry.
8. Add ground pepper if using.
9. Serve immediately with french fries or white rice.