Shaking Beef – Simmer + Sauce

Ingredients

• For the Beef:
• 2 pounds beef tenderloin, cut into 1–inch cubes
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons medium-dry sherry
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for cooking
• For the Vinaigrette:
• 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 lemongrass stalk, lower third of the bulb only, minced
• For the Salad:
• 6 ounces watercress (10 packed cups)
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced