4
ServingsMedium
Published 2009
In Beijing, this classic would be made with strong-tasting mutton. I use a fillet from a lamb leg. Ask your butcher to trim 8 ounces of lamb in a single piece. Scallions in Beijing are large and meaty and at their best are about the size of leeks. Do not use leeks in their stead, however, because leeks tend to have a garlic taste, while scallions taste like onions.
Cut the lamb across the grain into precise slices
To make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients and reserve.
Heat a wok over high heat for 1 minute. Add
Wipe the wok and spatula with paper towels. Heat the wok over high heat for 1 minute. Add the remaining
Drizzle in the wine, adding it along the edge of the wok, and mix well. Add the reserved scallions and mix thoroughly. Make a well in the center of the mixture, stir the sauce, and pour it into the well. Stir to mix for about 1½ minutes, or until the sauce thickens and turns dark brown. Add the sesame oil and mix well.
Turn off the heat. Transfer to a heated platter and serve with the baked breads.