Instructions: Mix together all of the marinade ingredients. Slice the beef across the grain into thin, diagonal pieces (about the size of your smallest finger).

Marinate for about half an hour.

Heat the wok until a drop of water dropped into it dances around as it boils. Add enough oil to coat the wok and saute the ginger. Stir-fry the lettuce. Stir-fry the beef (in batches so the wok doesnt cool down too much).

Reduce the heat. Return the vegetables to the wok. Add the topping. Stir around until everything is mixed and heated evenly. Serve.

NOTES:
* Very hot, very simple, very good beef stir-fry -

This recipe has been
floating around for years back east, where its also known as Hot Flaming Death.

* Also add any other vegetables that you feel like. Sliced carrots or broccoli are especially nice.

* Hot bean paste also goes by the name Szechuan bean sauce etc. This is the main "spicy" ingredient and should be handled with care. Vary this ingredient to taste.

Difficulty: easy.

Time: preparation: 20 minutes, cooking: 3 minutes.

Precision: No need to measure.

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